Ingredients and Weight:
- Crescent rolls - 2 cans (320 grams each)
- Raspberry jam or your preferred jam - 1 jar (250 grams)
- Butter - 50 grams
- Egg - 1 large
- White sugar - 50 grams
- Cinnamon powder - 1 teaspoon
- Nuts (optional) - chopped almonds or walnuts for topping (50 grams)
Preparation Time:
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (including preparation and cooking time)
- Preparation Time: 45 minutes
- Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Open the cans of crescent rolls and separate into individual triangles. Roll out each triangle slightly to flatten.
- Spread a thin layer of jam onto the base of each triangle, leaving the outer edges free of jam.
- Roll up the triangles, starting from the base with jam, and place them on a baking sheet.
- Mix the butter, egg, sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl until smooth. Brush the top of each crescents with this mixture.
- Sprinkle chopped nuts on top, if using.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve warm or at room temperature with coffee or tea.
Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming 8 servings total)
Calories: 350kcal
Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 7g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 20g (includes natural sugar from jam)
Dish Characteristics:
- A sweet and savory combination of flavors, with the jam providing a sweet contrast to the dough.
- Cinnamon and other optional spices add complexity to the flavor profile.
- Crescent rolls provide a flaky and buttery texture that pairs well with the jam filling.
- Can be served as a breakfast item, afternoon snack, or paired with coffee/tea as a dessert.
User Comments:
- "These crescents were a hit at my breakfast party! The combination of flavors was excellent." - John Doe
- "I love how easy this recipe is to make, yet it tastes like a five-star dish." - Jane Smith
- "The addition of cinnamon and nuts made these crescents stand out." - Michael Johnson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use fresh ingredients for best results. Check the expiration dates on canned goods before using.
- Handle the dough gently to avoid breaking the crescents while rolling them out and baking them in the oven.
- Adjust the amount of jam used as per your preference for a more or less sweet dish.
- If you want to experiment with different flavors, you can add other spices like nutmeg or allspice to the dough mixture before baking.
