Description
Homemade crescent roll apple pie delivers a delightful twist on classic desserts. Flaky pastry and cinnamon-spiced apples create a quick, irresistible treat you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (8 oz / 226 g) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1 large apple, peeled and sliced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsps unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tbsp milk (for brushing, optional)
- Powdered sugar
- Caramel drizzle
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper, creating the perfect canvas for these apple-filled crescents.
- Spice Blend: Craft a tantalizing mixture of granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and brown sugar in a small bowl, building layers of aromatic flavor.
- Dough Assembly: Gently unroll the crescent dough and separate into triangular sections, laying the groundwork for a delightful pastry transformation.
- Filling and Seasoning: Position a crisp apple slice at the wide end of each dough triangle, lavishly coating with the prepared spice blend, then drizzle with melted butter and a whisper of vanilla extract.
- Rolling Technique: From the wide end, meticulously roll each triangle, completely enveloping the spiced apple slice within the soft, pillowy dough, ensuring the seam rests underneath to maintain structural integrity.
- Baking Process: Arrange the rolled crescents on the prepared sheet, delicately brush with milk to achieve a lustrous golden exterior, then bake for 12-15 minutes until the pastry reaches a perfect flaky, bronzed state.
- Finishing Touches: Once removed from the oven, allow a brief cooling period before elevating the presentation with a dusting of powdered sugar or a luxurious caramel drizzle, and serve alongside whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an indulgent finale.
Notes
- Choose Crisp Apples: Select firm, tart varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best texture and flavor balance in your crescents.
- Prevent Soggy Bottoms: Place apple slices carefully and avoid excess moisture to maintain a crisp, flaky pastry texture.
- Seal Edges Tightly: Pinch crescent dough edges firmly to prevent filling from leaking during baking, ensuring a perfect seal.
- Customize Dietary Needs: Swap regular crescent roll dough for gluten-free options or use vegan butter for dairy-free alternative, making the recipe adaptable for different dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg