Apple Pie Bites

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Quick & Easy: Ready in under 30 minutes with minimal ingredients.

• Perfect Bite-Sized Treats: Ideal for parties, potlucks, or as a sweet snack.

• Customizable: Add your favorite toppings like vanilla ice cream or caramel syrup.

• Crispy & Golden: The crescent roll dough gives each bite a perfectly crispy exterior.

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar

• 1 teaspoon apple pie spice

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

• 1/3 cup chopped pecans

• 1 small Granny Smith apple, cored and sliced into 8 slices

• 1 (8 ounce) tube Pillsbury Original crescent rolls

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

Directions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2: Prepare the Sugar Mixture

In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and apple pie spice. Set aside.

Step 3: Prepare the Apples

Melt the butter and toss the apple slices in the butter to coat them evenly.

Step 4: Assemble the Bites

Arrange the crescent roll triangles on the baking sheet. Evenly distribute the brown sugar mixture onto each triangle and sprinkle with chopped pecans. Place an apple slice on the wide end of each triangle, then wrap the crescent roll dough around the apple.

Step 5: Bake

Brush the top of each crescent roll with the remaining melted butter and sprinkle lightly with additional apple pie spice. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 6: Serve

Let the bites cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy with vanilla ice cream or caramel syrup for an extra indulgent treat.

Servings and Timing

This recipe makes 8 apple pie bites and takes about 15 minutes of prep time and 12 minutes of cook time.

Variations

• Add Caramel: Drizzle caramel sauce over the bites after baking.

• Different Nuts: Swap pecans for walnuts or almonds for a different flavor.

• Extra Spice: Add cinnamon or nutmeg for more spice.

Storage/Reheating

• Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

• Reheating: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 3-5 minutes to regain crispness.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of apple?

Yes, feel free to use any apple variety you like, but Granny Smith apples are preferred for their tartness and texture.

Can I make these ahead of time?

Yes, assemble the bites and refrigerate them until you’re ready to bake.

Can I make these without the pecans?

Yes, you can omit the pecans or use another type of nut if you prefer.

Conclusion

Apple Pie Bites are a simple, flavorful dessert that takes the deliciousness of apple pie and turns it into an easy-to-make, bite-sized treat. With a golden, flaky crust, a sweet apple filling, and warm spices, these apple pie bites are sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.

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Apple Pie Bites are quick, bite-sized treats made with crescent roll dough, filled with sweet apples, brown sugar, and spices. These golden, crispy mini pies are perfect for any occasion and can be customized with your favorite toppings!

• Author: Amy
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 12 minutes
• Total Time: 27 minutes
• Yield: 8 apple pie bites
• Category: Dessert, Snack, Mini Treat
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

For the Filling:

1/4 cup packed light brown sugar

1 teaspoon apple pie spice

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

1/3 cup chopped pecans

1 small Granny Smith apple, cored and sliced into 8 slices

For the Dough:

1 (8 ounce) tube Pillsbury Original crescent rolls

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Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven:

   • Preheat your oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Prepare the Sugar Mixture:

   • In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and apple pie spice. Set aside.

3. Prepare the Apples:

   • Melt the butter and toss the apple slices in the butter to coat them evenly.

4. Assemble the Bites:

   • Arrange the crescent roll triangles on the baking sheet.

   • Evenly distribute the brown sugar mixture onto each triangle and sprinkle with chopped pecans.

   • Place an apple slice on the wide end of each triangle, then wrap the crescent roll dough around the apple.

5. Bake:

   • Brush the top of each crescent roll with the remaining melted butter and sprinkle lightly with additional apple pie spice.

   • Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.

6. Serve:

   • Let the bites cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy with vanilla ice cream or caramel syrup for an extra indulgent treat.

Notes

Variations:

Add Caramel: Drizzle caramel sauce over the bites after baking.

Different Nuts: Swap pecans for walnuts or almonds for a different flavor.

Extra Spice: Add cinnamon or nutmeg for more spice.

Storage:

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

Reheating:

Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 3-5 minutes to regain crispness.