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This sweet cinnamon dessert pizza turns basic crescent rolls into an indulgent treat that'll crush your sweet tooth cravings without much work. The buttery bottom gets dusted with cinnamon sugar and topped with a vanilla drizzle for a treat that won't last long at any party.
I first whipped this up during a sleepover with my sister's kids, and they told me it beat regular pizza hands down. Now they ask for it at practically every family get-together, especially when we all meet up for holiday mornings.
Ingredients
- Refrigerated crescent roll dough: Makes a fantastic buttery crust with zero mixing or effort
- Unsalted butter: Adds a luxurious base and helps the sweet topping stick properly
- Granulated sugar: Brings that signature sweet crackle when paired with cinnamon
- Ground cinnamon: Delivers that cozy spiced flavor; grab a new jar for best results
- Powdered sugar: Forms a silky topping that sets slightly while cooling
- Milk: Adjusts the glaze to perfect pouring thickness; full-fat works best
- Vanilla extract: Boosts the simple glaze flavor; try to use real vanilla if you can
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Get everything hot and ready:
- Warm your oven to 375°F and lightly coat a pizza tray or cookie sheet with oil. The right heat makes sure your dough gets golden outside while staying fully cooked inside.
- Create your pizza foundation:
- Pop open both crescent roll tubes and lay the triangles in a circle on your pan with the pointy ends facing center. Push the edges together a bit and press down firmly where they meet to make one solid dough circle. This stops gaps from showing up later.
- Spread on the butter:
- Paint melted butter all over the dough surface. Don't miss the corners as this makes everything taste amazing and helps your sweet topping stay put.
- Sprinkle your sweet mixture:
- Mix your sugar and cinnamon in a little bowl until the color looks uniform. Scatter this all over your buttered dough making sure it's even. The sugar gets a bit caramelized while baking.
- Cook it just right:
- Stick it in your hot oven and let it bake around 12-15 minutes. Watch for the edges to turn golden brown with the middle looking set. You want it cooked but still a touch soft in the center.
- Mix up your drizzle:
- While it's baking, stir together your powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla in a small bowl until it's completely smooth. Add tiny splashes of milk if it's too thick or a bit more sugar if it runs too much.
- Add the final touch:
- As soon as you pull the pizza from the oven, drizzle your glaze back and forth across the whole thing. The warm pizza helps the glaze set up while staying a bit sticky.
- Enjoy it hot:
- Let it cool just a couple minutes before cutting into slices. It tastes way better warm, when you get that perfect mix of crispy edges and soft middle.
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The cinnamon really makes this dish special. I once tried it with fancy Vietnamese cinnamon my sister brought back from her trip, and wow, what a difference. The smell took over the whole house, and even my dad, who usually skips dessert, grabbed another piece.
Make Ahead Options
You can fix this sweet pizza up to a day before you need it. After you've baked and added the glaze, let it cool all the way, then cover it loosely with some foil. When you want to eat it, warm it in a 300°F oven for about 5-7 minutes until it's just heated through. If you'd rather wait to bake it, you can put everything together except the glaze and keep it in the fridge for up to 8 hours before cooking.
Easy Variations
The basic version tastes amazing on its own, but you can easily switch things up for new flavors. Try tossing in 1/2 cup of chopped pecans or walnuts before baking for some crunch. Want a fruit twist? Spread 1/4 cup of apple or cherry filling on the dough before adding your cinnamon sugar. If you love chocolate, scatter 1/3 cup of tiny chocolate chips over the buttered dough along with your spiced sugar mix.
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Serving Suggestions
This cinnamon sugar pizza goes really well with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a fancier sweet treat. For morning gatherings, serve it with some fresh fruit to cut through the sweetness. When the kids come home from school, give them a cold glass of milk to go with their warm cinnamon slice. During family holidays, I like to create a sweets table with this pizza as the main attraction, surrounded by other finger-friendly treats for everyone to try.
Common Questions
- → Can I use store-bought glaze for this dessert?
You can totally use pre-made glaze from the store. But mixing up your own with some powdered sugar, milk and vanilla gives it that extra special homemade touch.
- → What can I use instead of crescent roll dough?
Puff pastry works as a good swap, or you can try your hand at homemade dough. Just remember you'll need to watch your baking time if you go with something different.
- → How should I serve the pizza for the best flavor?
This treat tastes way better when it's still warm. The buttery dough and sweet cinnamon mix create the perfect combo of flavors when served right away.
- → Can I store leftovers for later?
Sure thing. Just pop any extras in an airtight container. They'll stay good on your counter for about two days or in the fridge for up to five.
- → Can I customize the toppings on this dessert pizza?
You bet! Try sprinkling some chopped almonds, adding pecans, or drizzling melted chocolate on top for extra yumminess and crunch.