Let me tell you, the first time I tried these Apple Pie Bites, I was blown away. I was in a pinch for a quick dessert, something that felt homemade but didn’t take hours in the kitchen. And when I stumbled upon this recipe, I thought, “Can it really be this easy?” Spoiler alert: it can, and it is.
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I remember pulling the tray out of the oven, watching those perfectly golden crescents puff up, and smelling the warm, spicy aroma that filled my kitchen. The combination of sweet brown sugar, fragrant apple pie spice, and buttery pecans was incredible, and I hadn’t even taken a bite yet! When I did, I was hooked. The tender, flaky crescent dough wrapped around a warm apple slice, with the crunch of pecans and the perfect amount of spice—it was like a mini apple pie, but even better because it took less than 30 minutes from start to finish.
I love how versatile these Apple Pie Bites are too. Whether you need a last-minute Thanksgiving dessert (been there!) or a cozy treat on a weeknight, these little bites fit the bill. Plus, they’re so easy that anyone—yes, even the non-bakers out there—can nail this recipe.
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The best part? You don’t need a lot of fancy ingredients or skills. Pillsbury crescent rolls do most of the heavy lifting, giving you that flaky, buttery goodness. And if you’re a fan of shortcuts, this recipe is all about making life easier. I even tried it with canned fried apples and a drizzle of caramel once, and let me tell you, adding a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top took it to another level. Talk about a crowd-pleaser!
So, whether you’re a seasoned baker looking for a quick fix or someone who just wants to make their house smell like apple pie without all the work, give these Apple Pie Bites a go. Trust me, you’ll be glad you did.
So next time you need a fast, delicious dessert, skip the stress and make these Apple Pie Bites. Your taste buds (and your guests) will thank you!
Apple Pie Bites
Let me tell you, the first time I tried these Apple Pie Bites, I was blown away. I was in a pinch for a quick dessert, something that felt homemade but didn’t take hours in the kitchen. And when I stumbled upon this recipe, I thought, “Can it really be this easy?” Spoiler alert: it can, and it is.
- Total Time: 30 min
- Yield: 10 1x
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon apple pie spice (plus a little extra for sprinkling)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/3 cup chopped pecans
- 1 small Granny Smith apples, cored and sliced into 8 wedges
- 1 (8 oz) tube of crescent rolls
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and apple pie spice.
- Melt the butter and coat the apple slices in it, setting them aside.
- Lay the crescent roll triangles on the baking sheet and sprinkle each with the brown sugar mixture.
- Add a few chopped pecans to each triangle for that nutty crunch.
- Place an apple slice on the wide end of each triangle and roll the dough around it.
- Brush each roll with the remaining melted butter, and for an extra pop of flavor, sprinkle a bit more apple pie spice on top.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the bites are golden brown and your kitchen smells amazing.
- Let them cool for about 5 minutes, then dig in!
Notes
Want to take these over the top? Serve them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and drizzle some warm caramel syrup on top. You won’t regret it!
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
