Irresistible Cinnamon-Sugar Delight with Crescent Rolls

This easy cinnamon sugar pizza uses ready-made dough to create a delicious sweet treat that'll make your home smell amazing. It's perfect when you want something tasty without spending too much time cooking.

I whipped up this cinnamon sugar pizza during a sleepover with my sister's kids. Their faces lit up when I brought it out warm for breakfast, and it quickly became a family classic. Now they ask for it whenever we get together.

Ingredients

• 2 cans refrigerated crescent roll dough: Makes a wonderful flaky bottom without any hassle. Try the butter-flavored kind for extra tastiness.
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter: Helps create that crispy edge and makes the cinnamon mix stick. Just melt it completely but don't let it get too hot.
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar: Adds the sweetness. Plain white sugar does the job perfectly.
• 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon: Gives the main flavor kick. Newer cinnamon really smells and tastes better.
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar: Creates the drizzle topping. Strain it beforehand to get rid of any small clumps.
• 1 tablespoon milk: Thins out the topping so you can drizzle it. Full-fat milk makes the creamiest topping.
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract: Gives the topping more flavor. Real vanilla extract tastes much better than imitation.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the Crust:

Heat your oven to 375°F. Open both dough cans and place the triangles on a pizza pan with the points facing the middle. Push the edges together firmly to make one solid crust. Take your time to make sure there aren't any gaps or holes where butter might leak through.

Add the Buttery Base:

Paint melted butter all over the dough surface. This step adds flavor and helps the cinnamon sugar stick properly. I find a silicone brush works best to get butter all the way to the edges.

Create the Cinnamon Sugar Layer:

Mix your sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl until it's evenly combined with no light or dark streaks. Scatter this mix evenly across the buttered dough, making sure to cover everything. Sprinkling it gradually works better than dumping it all in one spot.

Bake to Golden Perfection:

Put your pizza in the hot oven and bake for 12-15 minutes. Look for the edges to turn golden brown and the middle to cook through. The cinnamon topping will form a slight crust that gives a nice crunch against the soft dough.

Prepare the Sweet Glaze:

While it's baking, mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. The mix should be runny enough to pour but thick enough to not slide right off. If it's too thick, add a few more drops of milk until it's just right.

Finish with the Glaze:

Take the hot pizza from the oven and right away drizzle your glaze back and forth across the top. The warmth helps the glaze spread a bit. Let it sit for about 3-5 minutes before cutting so the glaze can set up slightly.

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What I love most about this treat is how the edges get super crispy while the middle stays soft and chewy. My grandma always told me that a good cinnamon treat should make the whole house smell wonderful before you even take a bite, and this pizza definitely does that.

Storage Suggestions

This sweet pizza tastes best fresh out of the oven while it's still a bit warm. If you have some left over, keep it in a sealed container at room temperature for up to 2 days. The crust will get softer as time passes. To perk up leftover pieces, warm them in a 300°F oven for about 5 minutes or pop them in the microwave for 10 seconds.

Make It Your Own

The basic version tastes great, but you can easily change things up. Try putting thin apple or pear slices on before baking for a fruity twist. Scatter some chopped pecans or walnuts over the cinnamon sugar for extra crunch. If you want something really rich, add some caramel sauce along with the vanilla glaze. You can even mix a bit of orange zest into the glaze to add a fresh citrus flavor that works really well with cinnamon.

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Serving Suggestions

This treat works in lots of different situations. Serve it with fresh fruit for a special weekend breakfast. Cut it into small squares for parties. Put warm slices with vanilla ice cream for a fancy dessert. It goes great with coffee or hot chocolate on cold mornings. At brunches, put it in the middle of the table to balance out all the salty foods.

Perfect Pairings

The warm cinnamon flavors go really well with all kinds of drinks. A strong coffee cuts through the sweetness just right. Rich hot chocolate makes kids super happy when paired with this. Grown-ups might enjoy it with a glass of sweet Riesling or a cup of chai tea, both matching the cinnamon taste. During fall and winter, warm apple cider makes it feel extra cozy and tastes amazing with it.

Recipe FAQs

→ What’s the trick to making crescent rolls work as a crust?

Roll out the crescent dough and put the triangles on a pizza pan, with the tips facing inward. Press the edges to stick them together and create a smooth crust.

→ Can I make the drizzle ahead of time?

Absolutely! Store it in a sealed container in the fridge. Give it a quick whisk to smooth it out before you use it.

→ How should I serve this sweet treat?

Warm it up to enjoy the soft crust, gooey glaze, and aromatic cinnamon sugar at their peak flavor.

→ Can I switch up the spices or sugar in the topping?

Of course! Try using brown sugar or adding spices like cardamom or nutmeg for a fun twist.

→ What’s the best way to keep leftovers fresh?

Put any leftovers in a sealed container. They’ll last up to 2 days at room temp or longer in the fridge. Heat them up before enjoying.

→ Can this be prepped in advance for an event?

Sure! You can prep the dough and mix the cinnamon sugar before your event. Bake it fresh and drizzle the glaze right before serving for best results.