These apple pie crescent rolls deliver everything you love about classic apple pie, wrapped in flaky crescent dough and baked until golden. Inspired by the rustic, homemade look in the image, this recipe keeps things simple: sliced green apples, cinnamon sugar, chopped pecans, and buttery dough that turns crisp on the outside and tender inside.
If you love easy apple desserts, you may also enjoy this apple pie enchiladas recipe, which uses a similar cinnamon-spiced apple filling.
Why You’ll Love It
- Fast prep: Ready for the oven in under 15 minutes.
- Flaky texture: Crescent dough bakes up golden and crisp.
- Classic flavor: Cinnamon, apple, and brown sugar in every bite.
- Perfect shape: Crescent triangles look just like mini apple pie wedges.
Ingredients
- 2 cans refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 2 large Granny Smith apples, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup finely chopped pecans
- Optional: powdered sugar for finishing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Unroll the crescent dough and separate it into triangles. Lay them flat with the wide end facing you.
- Brush each triangle lightly with melted butter.
- In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle evenly over each dough triangle.
- Add a few apple slices near the wide edge of each triangle. Sprinkle with chopped pecans.
- Starting at the wide end, roll the dough toward the tip, enclosing the apple filling.
- Place on the baking sheet, leaving space between each roll.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown and lightly crisp.
Tips & Variations
- Use very thin apple slices so they soften fully during baking.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg for deeper apple pie flavor.
- Drizzle with icing or caramel after baking for a sweeter finish.
Substitutions
- Swap pecans for walnuts or omit nuts entirely.
- Use Honeycrisp apples for a sweeter bite.
- Replace brown sugar with coconut sugar if needed.
Serving Suggestions
Serve these apple pie crescent rolls warm with vanilla ice cream or alongside coffee. They also pair beautifully with cozy fall desserts like this easy apple galette.
Storage & Reheating
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one day or refrigerate for three days. Reheat in a 325°F oven for 5 minutes to restore flakiness.
FAQs
Can I make apple pie crescent rolls ahead of time?
You can assemble them a few hours ahead and refrigerate, but bake just before serving for the best texture.
Do I need to cook the apples first?
No. Thin apple slices cook perfectly inside the crescent dough.
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Conclusion
These apple pie crescent rolls capture the look and flavor of homemade apple pie in a quick, approachable recipe. With their golden crust, visible apple slices, and cinnamon-sugar topping, they look just like the image and taste even better fresh from the oven.
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Apple Pie Crescent Rolls Everyone Is Saving This Fall
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 rolls 1x
Description
These apple pie crescent rolls deliver everything you love about classic apple pie, wrapped in flaky crescent dough and baked until golden.
Ingredients
- 2 cans refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 2 large Granny Smith apples, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup finely chopped pecans
- Optional: powdered sugar for finishing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Unroll the crescent dough and separate it into triangles. Lay them flat with the wide end facing you.
- Brush each triangle lightly with melted butter.
- In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle evenly over each dough triangle.
- Add a few apple slices near the wide edge of each triangle. Sprinkle with chopped pecans.
- Starting at the wide end, roll the dough toward the tip, enclosing the apple filling.
- Place on the baking sheet, leaving space between each roll.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown and lightly crisp.
Notes
Use thin apple slices so they soften fully during baking. Add a pinch of nutmeg for deeper flavor. Drizzle with icing or caramel if desired. Swap pecans for walnuts or omit for nut-free. Best served warm with ice cream or coffee.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: apple pie, crescent rolls, easy dessert, fall recipe