Pecan Breakfast Loaf

Pecan Breakfast Loaf
55 min.
16
175kcal

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Start your day on a delicious note with our Pecan Breakfast Loaf, a delightful treat that combines the rich flavors of butter, honey, and pecans into a warm, comforting loaf. Perfect for brunch gatherings or a cozy morning meal, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also a crowd-pleaser that will leave your guests asking for seconds.

Imagine the aroma of freshly baked bread wafting through your kitchen, enticing everyone to gather around the table. The flaky crescent roll dough serves as the perfect base, enveloping a sweet and nutty filling that is simply irresistible. With a delightful blend of sugar, cinnamon, and pecans, each bite offers a satisfying crunch and a burst of flavor that pairs beautifully with your morning coffee or tea.

In just 55 minutes, you can create a stunning centerpiece for your breakfast spread that serves up to 16 people. Whether you're hosting a brunch party or enjoying a quiet morning at home, this Pecan Breakfast Loaf is sure to elevate your dining experience. Top it off with a warm, gooey glaze and a sprinkle of pecan halves for that extra touch of indulgence. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this scrumptious loaf that’s as delightful to look at as it is to eat!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter 
  • 0.3 cup powdered sugar 
  • teaspoons ground cinnamon 
  • tablespoons honey 
  • 0.3 cup pecans 
  • 0.3 cup pecans chopped
  • 16 ounces regular crescent rolls refrigerated
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • loaf pan

Directions

  1. Separate crescent dough into 16 triangles.
  2. Spread each with butter.
  3. Combine sugar, chopped pecans and cinnamon; sprinkle over triangles. Beginning at the wide end, roll up each triangle.
  4. In a greased 9-in. x 5-in. loaf pan, place rolls, point side down, widthwise in two layers.
  5. Bake at 375° for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.
  6. Top with pecan halves. In a small saucepan, combine glaze ingredients; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cool for 5 minutes.
  7. Drizzle over warm bread.

Nutrition Facts

Calories175kcal
Protein2.89%
Fat48.49%
Carbs48.62%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.34
Glycemic Load
5.51
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.1143478140559%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.35mg
Delphinidin
0.24mg
Catechin
0.24mg
Epigallocatechin
0.18mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:174.9kcal
8.75%
Fat:9.88g
15.2%
Saturated Fat:3.65g
22.83%
Carbohydrates:22.28g
7.43%
Net Carbohydrates:21.83g
7.94%
Sugar:13.23g
14.7%
Cholesterol:3.76mg
1.25%
Sodium:234.05mg
10.18%
Alcohol:0.09g
100%
Alcohol %:0.24%
100%
Protein:1.32g
2.65%
Manganese:0.19mg
9.65%
Iron:0.48mg
2.65%
Copper:0.04mg
2.08%
Fiber:0.45g
1.8%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.44%
Zinc:0.16mg
1.07%
Magnesium:4.2mg
1.05%
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