Description
Apple pie bites are a quick and easy fall treat featuring flaky crescent dough wrapped around cinnamon-sugar apples. These bite-sized desserts are perfect for gatherings, bake sales, or cozy mornings, delivering classic apple pie flavor in a poppable, finger-friendly form.
Ingredients
- 1 large tart apple (Granny Smith preferred, peeled, cored, and sliced into 8 wedges)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, cut into 8 tiny pieces
- 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough (8-count)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (for sprinkling)
- 1/2 teaspoon extra cinnamon (optional)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (optional, for glaze)
- 1–2 teaspoons milk (any kind, optional, for glaze)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Peel, core, and slice the apple into 8 even wedges (about 1/2-inch thick).
- In a small bowl, toss apple wedges with brown sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon until evenly coated.
- Unroll crescent dough and separate into 8 triangles. Lay them flat on the prepared baking sheet.
- Place one coated apple wedge at the wide end of each triangle. Top each apple with a piece of butter.
- Roll up each triangle around the apple, starting from the wide end. Curve the ends slightly to resemble croissants.
- Mix granulated sugar with extra cinnamon. Sprinkle over each bite. Add chopped nuts if desired.
- Bake for 13–16 minutes, until golden brown and apples are soft. If browning too quickly, reduce heat to 350°F and cover loosely with foil.
- For glaze (optional): Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over warm bites.
- Let bites cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Use tart apples for best texture; sweeter apples yield softer bites. Crescent dough can be swapped for puff pastry or pie dough. For gluten-free or dairy-free, use appropriate dough and coconut oil. Don’t overfill bites to prevent bursting. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days, refrigerate up to 5 days, or freeze for 2 months. Glaze after reheating for best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 7
- Sodium: 120
- Fat: 3
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 1
Keywords: apple pie bites, fall dessert, finger food, easy apple recipe, crescent roll dessert, apple cinnamon, potluck treat, kid-friendly, autumn baking