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.

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