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Crescent Roll Cinnamon Buns Recipe

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Delicious and easy-to-make Crescent Roll Cinnamon Buns that are perfect for a cozy breakfast or sweet snack. Made with refrigerated crescent roll dough, buttery cinnamon-sugar filling, and topped with a smooth almond-flavored glaze, these buns bake up golden and soft in just 35 minutes.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 9 cinnamon buns

Ingredients

Dough

  • 2 (8-ounce) cans refrigerated crescent rolls

Filling

  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1/8 teaspoon almond extract (divided)
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ cup sliced almonds

Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • Milk, as needed (about 1-2 tablespoons)
  • ¼ teaspoon almond extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a deep round baking dish to prevent sticking.
  2. Prepare the Dough: Remove the crescent roll dough from its packaging. Lay the sections side by side on a clean, flat surface to form a large rectangle. Pinch the seams together to create one large sheet of dough.
  3. Brush with Butter Mixture: In a small bowl, stir together the melted butter and ¼ teaspoon almond extract. Brush this mixture evenly over the entire surface of the dough.
  4. Add Cinnamon Sugar and Almonds: Combine the brown sugar, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon in a bowl. Sprinkle this cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the buttered dough, then sprinkle with sliced almonds for added texture and flavor.
  5. Roll and Slice the Dough: Starting at one long edge, tightly roll the dough towards the opposite side to form a long log. Pinch the seam along the length of the log to seal it (do not seal the ends). Using a sharp knife, cut the roll into 9 equal slices.
  6. Arrange and Bake: Place each cinnamon roll cut-side down in the prepared baking dish, arranging them side by side in a single layer. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the buns are golden brown and cooked through.
  7. Prepare the Glaze: While the buns bake, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk (adding 1 tablespoon at a time until the glaze is pourable), and ¼ teaspoon almond extract until smooth.
  8. Glaze and Serve: Once the cinnamon buns are out of the oven and slightly cooled, drizzle the almond glaze over the top. Serve warm for the best flavor and texture enjoyment.

Notes

  • For a nuttier flavor, you can toast the almonds lightly before sprinkling them on the rolls.
  • If you prefer a stronger almond flavor, increase the almond extract slightly but do not exceed ½ teaspoon to avoid bitterness.
  • These buns are best served fresh but can be reheated gently in the microwave or oven.
  • Use milk substitutes like almond milk for a dairy-free version.
  • The glaze thickness can be adjusted by adding more or less milk to achieve your preferred consistency.
  • Author: Daisy
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

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