Okay, so this Cinnamon-Sugar Pizza made with crescent rolls is one of those delightful little discoveries that just happens by accident. One evening, we were all craving something sweet, but there wasn’t a single cookie or brownie in sight. I rummaged through the fridge and found a tube of crescent rolls—one of those “we’ll figure out what to do with this later” items. Then, I spotted cinnamon and sugar on the counter, and suddenly, inspiration hit: why not turn the crescent rolls into a pizza? But make it dessert. And let me tell you—it was a game-changer. It’s like a cross between a cinnamon roll and a crispy pizza crust, and the best part? It comes together in under 20 minutes.
Let’s walk through how to make this super simple, dangerously addictive treat.
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to get started:
- 1 tube of crescent rolls (I used Pillsbury, but any brand works)
- 2 tablespoons of melted butter (unsalted is ideal, but use what you’ve got)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (you can eyeball this if you like it more or less sweet)
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (again, adjust to taste—I’m generous with cinnamon)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (for a little extra warmth)
- A pinch of salt (trust me, it balances everything out)
- Optional glaze:
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1-2 tablespoons milk (or cream if you’re feeling fancy)
Let’s Make It!
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). While that’s heating up, grab a baking sheet and line it with parchment paper. (This makes clean-up a breeze, and nothing sticks. Win-win.)
- Unroll the crescent dough and press the seams together to form a big rectangle. You’re aiming for a nice even layer that looks like a pizza crust—but don’t worry if it’s not perfect. Mine is always a little wonky, and it still tastes amazing.
- Melt the butter and stir in the vanilla. Brush this buttery goodness all over the crescent roll dough, making sure to get the edges too. You want every inch to soak up that flavor.
- Mix the cinnamon and sugar in a small bowl. Sprinkle it generously over the buttered dough. Oh, and don’t worry about being too precise here—just make sure you’ve got an even layer. If you love cinnamon like I do, go ahead and add an extra dash or two.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the sugar is bubbly. You’ll know it’s ready when your kitchen smells like a cinnamon dream. Honestly, the hardest part is waiting for it to cool down enough to eat! (source:Ineskohl.info)
- Make the glaze (if you want extra sweetness). Whisk together powdered sugar and milk until it’s smooth and drizzle-able. I like to go light on the milk at first because it’s easy to thin it out, but hard to thicken it back up. If you skip the glaze, this pizza is still delicious, but let’s be real—drizzles just make everything better.
- Slice and enjoy! Use a pizza cutter (or just a knife) to cut it into squares or triangles—whatever shape makes you happy. Then dig in while it’s still warm and gooey.
A Few Extra Tips:
- Want to kick it up a notch? Add a sprinkle of chopped nuts on top before baking. Pecans or walnuts would be amazing.
- Feeling fancy? Add a touch of nutmeg or cardamom to the cinnamon-sugar mixture for a little extra depth.
- For the ultimate indulgence, serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side. Trust me, you won’t regret it.
And that’s it! In just a few minutes, you’ll have a dessert that tastes like a mash-up of pizza, cinnamon toast, and pure comfort food. It’s dangerously easy to make, and I promise it’ll be a hit with whoever’s lucky enough to grab a slice. Happy baking!
