Save Buttery crescent rolls filled with tart apples and creamy caramel, baked to golden perfection — an irresistible bite-sized treat for any occasion.
I first made these caramel apple crescent bites for a family movie night and they disappeared in minutes. The combination of warm apples and melting caramel wrapped in buttery dough is truly delightful.
Ingredients
- Dough: 1 can (8 oz/226 g) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- Filling: 1 medium Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored, and cut into 8 thin wedges
- Filling: 8 soft caramel candies (or 60 g soft caramels, unwrapped)
- Topping: 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- Topping: 2 tbsp light brown sugar
- Topping: 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare Oven:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Separate Dough:
- Unroll the crescent dough and separate into 8 triangles.
- Fill Crescent:
- Place an apple wedge and a caramel candy at the wide end of each dough triangle.
- Roll Up:
- Roll up each triangle, enclosing the apple and caramel, and arrange seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush with Butter:
- Brush each crescent bite with melted butter.
- Add Topping:
- Stir together brown sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle evenly over the tops.
- Bake:
- Bake for 13–15 minutes, or until golden brown and caramel is bubbling.
- Cool and Serve:
- Let cool slightly before serving (caramel will be very hot).
Save Making these with my kids has become a fun tradition. Everyone loves how each bite packs a punch of apple and sweet caramel — and it is fun to help with the rolling and sprinkling steps.
Serving Suggestions
Pair these crescent bites with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a truly decadent dessert, or serve them as a sweet snack at parties.
Variations
Try using pears instead of apples, add chopped nuts for extra crunch, or sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt before baking for a delicious salted caramel twist.
Allergen and Nutritional Info
This recipe contains wheat and milk. Each serving has around 150 calories, 5 g fat, 26 g carbs, and 2 g protein. Always check ingredient labels for potential allergens.
Save Whip up a batch of these caramel apple crescent bites whenever you need an easy, crowd-pleasing dessert. They will be gone before you know it!
Recipe FAQ
- → How can I make these crescent bites crispier?
Bake slightly longer until edges are deep golden and ensure even oven temperature. Line your pan for best results.
- → Can another fruit be used instead of apple?
Yes, thin wedges of pear work well. Choose firm fruit for best texture, and adjust sugar to taste if desired.
- → Is it possible to use salted caramel for these bites?
Absolutely. Add a pinch of sea salt before baking for a salted caramel twist that enhances flavor complexity.
- → What pairs well with these sweet bites?
Warm bites pair perfectly with cold vanilla ice cream, a dollop of whipped cream, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts.
- → Are these suitable for those avoiding nuts?
There are no nuts in the base ingredients, but always check caramel packaging for possible nut cross-contamination.
- → Can refrigerated dough brands be substituted?
Yes, most refrigerated crescent doughs work well, just ensure they bake to a flaky, light texture for best taste.