BUTTERSCOTCH CRESCENTS

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When I was first married, I'd try all kinds of recipes to impress my husband. These crescents were such a hit I still make them!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk, divided
1 package (3-1/2 ounces) cook-and-serve butterscotch pudding mix
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 teaspoons salt
5 to 5-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
FILLING:
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
2/3 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/3 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup butter, melted
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
FROSTING:
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 to 3 tablespoons hot water, optional

Steps:

  • Set aside 2 tablespoons evaporated milk for frosting. In a saucepan, combine pudding mix and remaining evaporated milk until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat; stir in butter until melted. Let stand until mixture cools to 110°-115°. , In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in water. Beat in eggs, salt, 2 cups flour and pudding mixture until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., Punch dough down and divide into thirds. Roll each portion into a 15-in. circle. Combine filling ingredients; spread 1/2 cupful over each circle. Cut each into 12 wedges; roll each into a crescent shape, starting with the wide end. Place point side down on greased baking sheets. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes. , Bake at 375° for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on wire racks. , For frosting, combine brown sugar, butter and reserved evaporated milk in a saucepan. Cook and stir over low heat until smooth. Remove from the heat; stir in confectioners' sugar until smooth. Add water if needed to achieve desired consistency. Frost crescents.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 210mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

khaled hassen
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Overall, these were a delicious and easy-to-make treat. I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a sweet and satisfying snack.


Khudabuxkhoso Khudabuxkhoso
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These were a little dry, but overall they were still pretty good.


Abena Karikari
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Followed the recipe exactly and they turned out perfectly. Will definitely make again!


Purple Crusader
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These were so delicious! I made them for my family and they all loved them. I will definitely be making them again.


E Miranda
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These were a big hit at my holiday party. Everyone loved them.


Md Shah Jalal
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I'm not a big fan of butterscotch, but I still thought these were pretty good. The crescent roll dough was very flaky and the filling was sweet and gooey.


Bikesh Singh
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These were so easy to make and they tasted amazing. I love the way the butterscotch filling oozes out when you bite into them.


Aniket Thami
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These are the best crescents I've ever had! I'll definitely be making them again and again.


Amina Moyo
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Not a fan of the butterscotch filling, but the crescent roll dough was perfect.


Soikot X
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These were a little tricky to make, but they were worth the effort. They're so flaky and delicious!


MD Shamin Hosan Islam
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A bit too sweet for my taste, but otherwise very good. Would make again with less sugar.


Khalifa Creator
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I made these for my friends and they raved about them. I'm definitely making them again soon.


Marianne Fraire
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These were so good! My family loved them!


Isatu Tarawally
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Wow, these butterscotch crescents were a hit at my party! They were so easy to make and they tasted delicious. I love the combination of the sweet butterscotch filling and the flaky crescent roll dough.