There’s a sense of nostalgia when popping open a Pillsbury crescent roll package. We all remember a time in our childhood when buttery crescent rolls were served with dinner. You might have even helped mom or dad roll them up on the baking sheet. What if we told you that scrumptious side-dish holds a whole world of possibilities we never even knew existed.

Warm & Flaky

Well, it’s true! There are all sorts of exciting recipes you can make with that pre-packaged dough. A New York pastry chef reveals her favorite crescent roll hacks and you won’t want to miss them!

1. The Couronne

The name Couronne is French for the word “crown”. It’s usually a braided or twisted pastry that you can fill with cheeses, herbs, fruits, nuts, and more. In this case, New York chef Carinna Finn filled hers with herbed goat cheese and chopped spinach sprinkling the top with white and black sesame seeds for an everything bagel flare. All you need is a package of Pillsbury crescent rolls and whatever filling your heart desires. For the full recipe click the Insider Couronne Recipe by Finn herself.

2. Babka Buns

This classic European Jewish desert can be made with no stress. These twisted breaded treats are easier than ever using Pillsbury dough. Babka buns are usually filled with swirls of delicious chocolate but can easily be down with a cinnamon sugar type filling. Finn shares her mock of traditional Babka filling, putting chocolate chips, butter, and brown sugar in the microwave to melt and then mixing in cinnamon and chopped walnuts. Mmm Mmm Mmm, we’re ready to give it a try click Insider Babka Buns for Finn’s secret tips.

3. Faux Pain au Chocolat

We can almost smell these through the screen! These chocolate croissants are usually meticulous to make but with Pillsbury crescent roll dough life is a breeze. Simply shape the dough like a rectangle and fill with your favorite chocolate bar, it will bake into the perfect warm breakfast treat. If you’re not a chocolate lover you can replace it with jam, peanut butter, and even ham and cheese. For Finn’s version of this yummy recipe click Insider Faux Pain au Chocolat.

4. Danishes

This is another pastry treat that is usually more difficult to prepare from scratch. That’s why Pillsbury crescent roll dough is a wonderful alternative when you’re in a rush. By using two crescent roll cut-outs you can make your own customized danish in less than 30 minutes. Finn filled her danish with cream cheese and strawberries for a perfect sweet and savory pastry. Click Insider Danishes for Finn’s full recipe and folding techniques!

5. Sandwich Braid

If you need an artsy yet simple food to bring to a potluck this recipe is the one for you. Finn swears by her Rueben crescent roll sammy calling it her families favorite. You’ll need to 2 cans of Pillsbury crescent rolls to create this beautifully braided hot sandwich. Fill with corn beef, swiss cheese, thousand island dressing, and sauerkraut to enjoy a new rendition to the classic Rueben sandwich. You can also mix it up with other warm sandwich fillings like roasted chicken and pesto or even turkey and cranberry sauce. For Finn’s helpful recipe click Insider Sandwich Braid.

Spice Up Your Baking Skills

You’ll never look at regular Pillsbury crescent rolls the same after trying these magnificently simple recipes. Carinna Finn shares other helpful tips on which Pillsbury dough to use in her Insider Pillsbury Hack article. You’ll definitely want to try out these tasty treats!

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