Italian Crescent Crostata

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2

Indulge in a delectable Italian Crescent Crostata for dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

332

Sugar

28g

Fat

20g

Crostata is an Italian dessert that is similar to a tart or pie. It typically consists of a sweet pastry shell filled with fruit preserves or other sweet fillings. In this recipe, crescent dinner rolls are used to create a simple and easy crostata that can be made in under 30 minutes. The raspberry preserves, nuts, and raisins create a delicious and sweet filling that pairs perfectly with the flaky and buttery crescent dough. Serve this Italian Crescent Crostata for dessert to impress your guests or enjoy it as a sweet treat any time of day.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.	Unroll one of the cans of crescent rolls and spread it out onto a baking sheet.
3.	Pinch the seams together to seal any gaps.
4.	Spread the raspberry preserves onto the crescent roll, leaving a 1/4 inch border around the edges.
5.	Sprinkle the chopped pecans or walnuts and raisins over the preserves.
6.	Unroll the second can of crescent rolls and carefully place it over the top of the preserves, pressing the seams and edges together to seal.
7.	Brush the top with the beaten egg and sprinkle the powdered sugar over the top.
8.	Bake for 18-25 minutes or until golden brown.

PROS

This Italian Crescent Crostata is easy to make and requires minimal ingredients.

The combination of raspberry preserves, nuts, and raisins creates a flavorful and sweet filling that everyone will love.

CONS

This dessert is high in sugar and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It also contains nuts, which can cause allergic reactions in some individuals.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dessert is not particularly healthy, the raspberries and nuts provide some nutritional benefits.
Raspberries are high in fiber and vitamin C, and nuts are a good source of healthy fats and protein.

	2 cans refrigerated crescent dinner rolls
	1 1/2 cups red raspberry preserves
	3/4 cup chopped pecans or 3/4 cup walnuts
	1/2 cup raisins
	1 egg , beaten
	2 -3 tablespoons powdered sugar