Cinnamon Sugar Crescent Roll Pizza

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A Quick & Easy Dessert with Buttery Cinnamon-Sugar Crust and Creamy Frosting

Introduction

This Cinnamon Sugar Crescent Roll Pizza is the ultimate shortcut dessert—transforming refrigerated crescent dough into a warm, gooey, cinnamon-sugar delight in just 20 minutes. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack, this recipe combines the flaky layers of a pastry with the comforting flavors of cinnamon rolls, topped with a sweet cream cheese glaze.

With minimal prep and no fancy techniques required, this dessert is kid-friendly, party-perfect, and endlessly customizable. Add chocolate chips, drizzle with caramel, or serve with fresh fruit—it’s a versatile treat that always satisfies.

Ingredients

For the Base

  • 1 (8 oz) can refrigerated crescent roll dough
  • 2 tbsp (30g) unsalted butter, melted
  • ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon

For the Cream Cheese Frosting

  • ½ cup (115g) cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup (30g) powdered sugar
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

Optional Toppings

  • ¼ cup (45g) mini chocolate chips
  • Caramel or maple syrup drizzle
  • Chopped nuts (pecans, walnuts)

(Serves 6–8)

Instructions

1. Prep & Preheat

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Assemble the “Pizza”

  1. Unroll the crescent dough and press seams together to form one large rectangle (about 12×8 inches).
  2. Brush with melted butter, leaving a ½-inch border.
  3. Mix sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle evenly over the butter.

3. Bake

  1. Bake for 10–12 minutes until golden brown.
  2. Let cool slightly before frosting.

4. Make the Frosting

  1. Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  2. Spread over the warm crescent pizza.
  3. Sprinkle with chocolate chips (if using).

5. Serve Warm

  • Slice into wedges or squares.
  • Drizzle with extra syrup or dust with powdered sugar for extra sweetness.

Tips for Success

✔ Press dough seams tightly to prevent separation while baking.
✔ Don’t overbake—edges should be golden but still soft.
✔ For extra crispiness, bake on a preheated pizza stone.
✔ Make ahead: Assemble (unbaked), refrigerate, and bake when ready.

Serving Suggestions

  • With scoops of vanilla ice cream for dessert.
  • As a brunch centerpiece alongside fresh fruit.
  • For kids, add rainbow sprinkles on top.

Conclusion

This Cinnamon Sugar Crescent Roll Pizza is fast, foolproof, and family-approved. The buttery, cinnamon-sugar crust paired with cool, creamy frosting creates the perfect balance of textures and flavors.

Whether you need a last-minute dessert or a fun baking project with kids, this recipe delivers maximum deliciousness with minimal effort.

Variation: Swap cinnamon sugar for Nutella and sliced bananas for a different twist!

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