Description
Whip up some delightful Apple Pie Crescent Rolls that turn a simple pastry into a quick, sweet treat your family will adore. Buttery crescents stuffed with cinnamon-spiced apples make weeknight desserts feel like a special celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling:
- 1 can apple pie filling
Dough:
- 1 can Pillsbury Crescent Rolls
Toppings/Finishing:
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon sugar
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Warm your oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. This ensures smooth release and easy cleanup.
- Carefully unroll the Pillsbury Crescent Rolls package. Separate each triangle along the perforated edges with gentle, even movements.
- Place 2 tablespoons of apple pie filling near the wider end of each triangle. Distribute filling evenly without overfilling.
- Roll each triangle from the wide end toward the point, encasing the apple filling completely. Press edges slightly to seal.
- Transfer rolled crescents to the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 1 inch apart to allow proper browning.
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter and brush the top of each crescent roll generously. This creates a beautiful golden sheen.
- Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of cinnamon sugar across the surface for an extra layer of sweet, aromatic flavor.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated 375°F oven. Bake for 13-15 minutes until the crescents turn a rich golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the rolls rest for 3-4 minutes. Dust with ¼ cup powdered sugar if you desire a sweet finishing touch.
Notes
- Always use room temperature apple pie filling to help it spread evenly and prevent tearing the delicate crescent dough.
- For a healthier twist, swap traditional crescent rolls with whole wheat versions or gluten-free alternatives that match your dietary needs.
- Prevent overstuffing by leaving a small border around the edges when adding apple filling, which helps seal the rolls and stops leaking during baking.
- Chilling the prepared rolls for 10 minutes before baking can help them maintain a tighter shape and prevent unraveling in the oven.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Pastries
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 227 kcal
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg