Cinnamon-Sugar Pizza Made with Crescent Rolls

Introduction

This cinnamon-sugar pizza is the fastest way to satisfy a sweet craving with almost no fuss. Flaky crescent roll dough becomes a golden, buttery canvas for a sparkling cinnamon-sugar topping that kids and adults will both reach for. Ready in minutes and baked to a warm, gooey finish, it’s perfect for casual brunches or an after-school treat. For a gluten-free cinnamon-sweet option, check out our easy gluten-free cinnamon rolls for inspiration.

Why This Recipe Is a Great Choice

This recipe shines because it turns pantry staples into something that looks and tastes bakery-made with almost no effort. Crescent roll dough gives you instant layers and browning, which means a soft center and crisp edges without kneading or proofing. The simple cinnamon-sugar mix melts into the buttered surface while baking, creating caramelized pockets of sweetness and a lightly toasted, crackly top. It’s visually appealing on the table with swirls of sugar and a dusting of icing or a gentle drizzle. If you like quick oven recipes that impress, you might also enjoy our savory baked cod with lemon dill sauce for dinner ideas that match the same easy spirit.

Flavor and Texture

Expect a balance of warm spice and buttery richness with a hint of crisp from the crescent seams. The sugar caramelizes to form tiny crunchy islands against a tender, pillowy dough base. Cinnamon brings aromatic warmth that fills the kitchen while the pizza bakes, and a light drizzle of icing adds a cool, creamy contrast to each warm bite. The result is a dessert that looks like a pastry and feels like a nostalgic, family-style treat perfect for slicing and sharing.

Ingredients

• 1 can crescent roll dough
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1/2 cup icing sugar (optional for drizzling)

Step by Step Instructions

1. Preheat the oven according to the crescent roll package instructions.
2. Unroll the crescent roll dough on a baking sheet and press it into a pizza shape.
3. In a small bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon together.
4. Brush the melted butter over the dough and sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly on top.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for the time indicated on the crescent roll package, or until golden brown.
6. Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, then drizzle with icing sugar if desired.
7. Slice and serve warm.

Tips for Best Results

Work quickly when you unroll the dough so it stays cool and easy to shape into a neat circle or rectangle. Press the seams gently to create a consistent surface that browns evenly while still allowing those buttery layers to puff. For an extra glossy finish, brush a little more melted butter on halfway through baking, watching closely so the sugar doesn’t burn. If you want bite-sized pieces, score the dough lightly before baking to make slicing clean and simple after it comes out of the oven. For a citrusy lift, grate a small amount of orange peel into the cinnamon-sugar before sprinkling.

Storage and Make Ahead

Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one day, or refrigerate for up to three days and warm gently before serving. To freeze, wrap baked slices tightly and freeze for up to one month; thaw in the fridge and reheat in a toaster oven for best texture. You can also assemble the pizza on the baking sheet and refrigerate for a short while before baking if you want to prepare it slightly ahead of time.

Final Thought

This cinnamon-sugar pizza is a tiny celebration of simple ingredients turned special—golden, fragrant, and endlessly sliceable. It’s ideal for sharing and for moments when you want dessert without the fuss. Pull it from the oven, drizzle with icing, and watch it disappear.

Conclusion

For another variation and extra inspiration on a buttery crescent-crust dessert, see Cinnamon Sugar Dessert Pizza with Buttery Crescent Crust.

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