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These incredibly delicious (and easy) Apple Pie Bites are going to be your go-to dessert in a hurry!
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Apple Pie Bites Recipe
Honestly, when I took the first bite… I thought, “how can something this easy be so damn good?”. In less than 30 minutes you can whip up these tasty little apple pies that are a perfect last-minute Thanksgiving (or anytime!) dessert.
How did I come across this idea?
I recently had the honor of contributing a recipe and photograph to my hometown elementary school’s fundraiser cookbook (those are my Cheddar Jalapeno Corn Muffins!).
I was skimming through the cookbook when I came across a recipe very similar to this one. Whenever I find a recipe that I want to make, I’ll always look for different variations of the recipe and adapt it to make it my own.
This easy recipe starts out with placing Pillsbury crescent rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. You’ll spread a mixture of brown sugar and apple pie spice on the crescent rolls.
Then spread a few chopped pecans onto each crescent roll.
Next, you’ll place an apple slice (that has been dipped in melted butter) on the wide end of each crescent roll. I left the peeling on my apple slices, but you can also peel the apple if you’d like.
Roll ’em up…
Then bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown. How easy is that???
This recipe calls for apple pie spice which can be made easily at home with a mixture of cinnamon, nutmeg and allspice. You can get the easy recipe here!
Update: This recipe has been so popular with my friends and family… everyone loves it! My friend Melissa made a shortcut using canned fried apples with cinnamon, drizzled them with caramel when they came out of the oven and topped with vanilla ice cream. I tried this version and it was also DELICIOUS!
Apple Pie Bites
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 12 mins
- Total Time: 27 mins
- Yield: 8 apple pie bites
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• Apple Pie Bites -Delicious, quick & easy mini apple pies made with Pillsbury crescent rolls in less than 30 minutes!
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon apple pie spice, and additional apple pie spice (about 1/4 teaspoon) for sprinkling on top of crescent rolls
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1/3 cup chopped pecans
- 1 small Granny Smith apple, cored and sliced into 8 (1/2-inch) slices
- 1 (8-ounce) can Pillsbury Original crescent rolls
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and apple pie spice. Set aside.
- Melt butter and toss apple slices in butter, set aside.
- Arrange crescent roll triangles on baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Evenly distribute brown sugar mixture onto each triangle.
- Sprinkle each triangle evenly with the chopped pecans.
- Place an apple slice on the wide end of each triangle. Wrap crescent roll dough around each apple.
- Brush each crescent roll with remaining butter. Sprinkle lightly with additional apple pie spice.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown. Cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Inspired by Beaufort Elementary School’s Savory Eats & Seadog Treats, Adapted from Pillsbury.com
Enjoy apple desserts as much as I do? You’ll also love these Easy Apple Turnovers made with puff pastry!
Irene DiMaggio says
Just love those apple crescents! Oh wow….that’s for me easy! Thanks so much….sometimes you need to see somethng to understand….making a whole pie is too much for me…uh……ANYWAY IM DOING IT,
connie says
I agree…love the pics to accompany…makes it real easy to follow the directions!!! Awesome easy recipe to do with my 5 yr old niece
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patti says
When mine are warm,I put on a plate and put vanilla or whipped cream along side of it 🙂
Judy Burmett says
Don’t really bake but this is so simple I want to try Apple Bites for our Halloween Party at work. Can I make ahead of time and stop at the point before they go into the oven, then bake the day of the party? Or should I just bake, refrigerate and warm the day of the Party? If I am just rewarming, do I completely cover in aluminum foil and at what temperature? Also do I have to spread a little melted butter on them before rewarming?
Belinda says
make a small batch and see witch works best for your liking’s
Nicol says
Did you find any info on the reheating
Pink says
Same I tried it and with the leafy over dought I rolled it up in to a circle and duped it in the brown surged thing and they tasted like Cinnabon
Irene DiMaggio says
Also I hope you pet is ok!
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Thanks so much, Irene! Chance got a bite of one of these and loved it too. 🙂 I hope you enjoy them as much as we did!
Joyce says
Could I use Pillsbury gluten free dough to make these?
Tim says
Yes you can cause there is no sugar in any of the dough, regular or gluten free…
April Spring says
I’m allergic to apples, but can eat pears with no problem. I baked a batch of pears bites as well as apple bites. Everyone loved them!!!!! I was hesitate to use apple pie spice until I found the ingredients are cinnamon, allspice and nutmeg. Sprinkled the top of spice mix with a touch of brown sugar and baked on a cooling rack on a cookie sheet so the bottoms weren’t soggy as some of the comments mentioned for 12 minutes. Then flipped them over and baked another two minutes. Of course, I plated them right-side up. Wonderful aroma when family is waking up… Hope those allergic to apples will try the pear bites. I’ve been waiting 50+ years to enjoy a faux apple pie.
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Hi April, Thanks so much! I’m so glad you were able to adapt it so you could enjoy these, too. I love pears and that sounds so good! 🙂
Erin says
Is this a recipe I could prepare the day before, refrigerate and cook the day of? Thanks
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
No, this recipe is best when cooked immediately. The crescent rolls will dry up in the fridge and the apples will brown and dry as well. Hope you enjoy!
Valerie | From Valerie's Kitchen says
I swear, anything rolled up in crescent roll dough is amazing. Love this idea for the holidays!
flora stewart says
looks so good can’t wait to try
sprinkleandglitter says
wow, these look so cute and easy, going to make them first thing tomorrow..thanks!! 🙂 http://sprinkleandglitter.blogspot.com/
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Thank you! Hope you like them as much as I do! 🙂
sherri says
Can these be made with puff pastry vs the brand you’ve suggested?
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Hi Sherri! I’ve personally never made these with puff pastry so I can’t say. However, I’d give it a try because it sounds delicious!
Christine says
Hi Amy, I live in NZ. We don’t have Pilsbury products over here. I wonder if you would mind telling me if these crescent rolls are similar to a puff pastry? Or are they more like a croissant?
How do you think they would go using a puff pastry?
Thanks
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Hi Christine! They’re more like a croissant. Hope you can find a good substitute and enjoy them as much as I have! 🙂
Janice says
What about people who have to eat gluten free. Is there a recipe that can be used to make in lieu of the croissants?
Thank you, janice
Sharon says
I found this recipe, but haven’t made them. I plan to use just a GF flour mix Namaste. Note the person who posted the recipe from is the “I”. Sorry I don’t have the name. Hope this helps. My suggestions are in [ ] GF Crescent Rolls
1/2 stick butter (note – that is 1/4 cup), room temperature
3/4 cup small curd cottage cheese (sour cream or Greek yogurt)
1 cup of flour mix (I used the rice/potato starch/ tapioca blend) [Pamela’s or another pre-made blend ]
1 tsp xanthan gum [not needed if using Pamela’s?]
1/8 tsp salt
1/4 tsp cream of tartar
1/2 tsp baking soda
1 TBS sugar
In the bowl of your mixer, combine the butter and cottage cheese. Add dry ingredients. Mix until a ball of dough forms.
Wrap in plastic wrap and chill 2 hours (I left mine overnight, as I wanted it ready in the morning).
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. On lightly floured piece of parchment paper, roll the dough into a 14 inch circle. Cut into 8 triangles (really easy with a pizza cutter).
Roll each triangle from wide end to tip, turning ends to form a crescent shape. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment and bake 20 to 30 minutes.
Jennifer says
I am not the person who posted this recipe. But I am sure you could use puff pastry and follow the baking instructions on the package.
patti says
That would be great, also!!!! Why not? 🙂
Cody says
Thank you
Lida says
I think short crust pastry will work better than puff pastry.
ANGELA says
I was thinking the very same thing myself…..would imagine they’d be as – if not more delicious – using puff pastry from the supermarket’s refrigerator/freezer section. I am going to try them this way. Have to be delish!!! After reading more comments, I’ve decided to melt a little butter in a skillet, add some cinnamon and the apple slices and cook for about 5 mins. then use in the recipe. I like my apples on the soft side when it comes to apple pie.
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Patti says
What kind of apples did you use???
Patti says
Angela,
Excellent idea I am going to try that! I also like my apples soft! I will also peel the apples first.
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patti says
I slice my apples thin and they are soft after baking these in crescent rolls
Reese says
Ive made these many times and have three variations. Because I lime my apples on the soft side and to cut down on butter but not taste, I follow the recipe, leaving off the butter, place them in a two inch pan and pour Mountaindew over them until the tops bave all been wet and theres about half an inch standing in pan. I use a 9×12 because we bave seven to feed, so if i’m making for company the recipe is always doubled. I am also a type 1 diabetic, so I have used diet before(my 3rd variation) and nobody noticed until I told them. You can also do the same thing with peaches, using all three choices, except the drink is changed to orange. It may not sound like it but they are great. And yes, for those wondering, diabetics can have sweets. Times have changed, we nust cover the carbs with insulin, and of course not go overboard.
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Sue says
As a fellow type 1diabetic, I love your post. I never heard of baking fruit in diet soda pop. I will be trying it as soon as I can get to the store.
I loved your comment about diabetics being allowed some sweets. I’ve been well controlled, with no complications for over 20 years. The last thing I care to hear is a nondiabetic telling me what I can eat!
jane turner says
angela—that sounds like me—soft apples—-so cooking a few minutes with the spices is a great idea–going to ty it soon—thanks for theidea
Louise says
They are croissants, BUT I bet puff pastry would be great.
Marilyn Kennedy says
I’m not a big fan of purchased items and would be tempted to make a pie pastry or even a sweet dough for this recipe.. super great idea
Shirley going says
Try biscuits from the dairy. Flaky if you have them. Treat just like crossiant
Sherrie says
I just made these yummy treats tonight and they were awesome!!! The only thing that I would do different, which will take some of the simplicity out of the recipe, is peeling the apple first. The skin of the apple bothered me… It made it somewhat difficult to easily bite through the apple pie without having to aggressively tear the skin to separate your bites, if that makes sense. Just my preference, but other than that, TOTAL AWESOMENESS!
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Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Hi Sherrie, so glad you enjoyed them… thank you for taking the time to comment! At the end of the post I added that my friend made them with canned fried apples and they were also delicious! 🙂
Nikole says
What is apple pie spice?
ella jane says
Apple pie spice is found on your spice display in the super market. It is a blend of spices.
Holly says
Apple pie spice is simply cinnamon, ground clove, and ground nutmeg…found this reading the label on apple pie spice at the grocery store. For this recipe, I used 1 teaspoon of cinnamon with a dash of nutmeg and clove and it came out wonderful!
Lisa says
Would you still need the butter and apple pie spice if using the canned fried apples with cinnamon?
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Yes I would still use apple pie spice, but not the butter. Hope you enjoy them! 🙂
Laughter says
You could slice through the peel 2 or 3 times to solve that problem – I like the peels on!
Angie Armenta says
Yes I agree, peel apple first.. i also added some cinnamon to the brown sugar mixture.. came out wonderful. I only had a sheet of Crescents , so cut it in triangles..definitely making these again….Great aroma for the Holidays….
patti says
I love making these! I alway’s use Pillsbury crescent dough, white sugar and cinnamon on each triangle and thin sliced granny smith apples…They come out perfect!! 🙂
Valerie says
Made these last night for dinner. Love the simplicity, but wished the apple would have been more cooked/done. I found it to still be quite crisp after it cooked. 🙁
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Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Hi Valerie, so sorry your apples were crisp! I didn’t find that to happen. You can also substitute canned fried apples.
frogquilter says
I just have to ask…..What are “canned fried apples”? Are they like cooked canned pie filling? What area of the US do you find these…just curious if this is a regional commodity? Thanks for sharing a fun, quick recipe.
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Lisa says
The fried apples are over by the other canned fruit, not by the pie filling. I’m not sure if it’s a regional thing or not, though. I’m from Texas, so fried apples are a “normal” thing here. They serve them at Cracker Barrel restaurant, too.
Mona says
Maybe next time slice them a less thick.
deana says
I made these with a can of apple pie filling. Was amazing. Sometimes, I use a little cream cheese for something different. Have also used cherry pie filling.
patti says
Maybe slice them thinner..??
Nayla says
Made these tonight and they were a big hit. The apples were tender and the croissants perfectly browned. Thanks for this recipe.
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Thank you, Nayla! 🙂
SHARON says
LOVED THE APPLE BITES, WILL TRY THEM THIS WEEK-END.
patti says
I have my sisters making them….awesome warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream on the side…
I don’t use cool whip,(gross) I whip the whipping cream with sugar…no chemicals ……
Sesi Miller says
i use powdered sugar when whipping cream, it seems to incorperate bette(no crunchy or hrainy texture), and hold its stiffned better! it may seem like it takes a lot at first, but it’s about a 2:1 ratio compared to granulated sugar..ive had cream whipped with powdered (10x or Confectioners) sugar hold peaks for a few days in the refrigerator.
Stef says
Will do this for a ladies’ game night tonight. It’s a potluck kind of thing, and the house is about 15 minutes away from mine.
Do you think I could use that gal’s microwave to warm up? If so, how long – what setting would you guess? OR would they be just fine as is?
Thanks, Stef
patti says
I’dsay a couple minutes or less…When warm serve whipped cream or vanilla ice cream on the side…YOU WILL be remembered for them!!!! 🙂
Jackie says
How would you store these overnight? Room temperature or refrigerate?
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
I refrigerate and heat up in the toaster oven. Hope you enjoy!
Kimberly says
Did you cook them, refrigerate and then heat up in toaster? If so how long in tiaster?
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Hi Kimberly, these are always best fresh out of the oven. I’ve never timed them when reheating… please use your best judgement. I hope you enjoy them if you make them!
kay feline says
What is apple pie spice? I have made apple pie from scratch- would it be in the food store baking section?
Thank you
Laura Wagner says
I was wondering the same thing. What is apple pie spice?
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Hi Laura! Apple pie spice can be found in the spice aisle… it is a mixture of typical spices used in apple pie such as cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger & allspice.
Sherry says
I have never seen Apple Pie Spice in my area. The ingredients you listed sound the same as Pumpkin Pie Spice with grocers here DO carry.
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Kim says
I found Apple Pie Spice in the baking aisle at Target. Just took them out of the oven waiting for them to cool, can’t wait, they smell good!
Charlotte Hake says
Google Apple Pie Spice for recipes to make your own. Much less expensive that buying it at the store. You can also adjust the recipe to suit your taste if you prefer one spice more than another. Enjoy!
Nora Egan says
I googled “Apple Pie Spice” because why buy when it’s so simple. The one ingredient everyone is leaving out is cardamom. Equal parts of all the others.
CJ SHU says
Yes! ….and mace, too!
Brenda says
Penzey’s Spice ( https://www.penzeys.com/ ) makes a wonderful Apple Pie Spice. You can order online or find a store near you. The yrun Free Shipping specials quite a bit if you are placing a small order. All their spices are fresh and high quality.
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Hi Kay! Apple pie spice can be found in the spice aisle. It is a mixture of typical spices used in apple pie such as cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger & allspice.
nana says
I make my apple pie spice using 4 teaspoons of cinnamon, 2 teaspoons of nutmeg and 1 teaspoon of cardamom. It’s delicious in apple pie, strudel or in these little apple bites. I also sauté peeled apples in butter, bit of this spice and a bit of brown sugar before using them in these apple bites. Delicious!
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bev says
I am going to try this using refrigerated pie crust..And will peel the apples also. Thanks!
Laurie says
Could these be prepped up to baking and kept in the refrigerator until ready to bake?
patti says
I am sure you can! I’m going to try this when I’m busy cooking something in the oven! I will have them for dessert with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream 🙂
Linda A Taylor says
These look wonderful!!! Always looking for quick and easy!!! Thanks so much!!!
Jeanette says
This is brilliant! I love small, cute desserts. Thanks for sharing!
Linda Toledo says
Going to try these in the morning. Sound delicious thanks for the recipe!
Linda Toledo says
Sound delicious,
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Marilyn says
Do you think you could serve these once they have cooled down like cold apple pie? Have to make something for a sweet table for a shower.
emily ellis says
I’m wondering how these were served cold – can you let me know? Thanks!
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Hi Emily! I’ve never eaten them cold, if there are any left over I hear them in my toaster oven so I can’t say!
Shirley Westhafetr says
these are awesome, so delicious!
Lori says
Fundraiser cookbooks are the best !! Can’t wait to try these they look amazing !! 🙂
Pamela Lopez says
i think raisins instead of pecans would taste great also
carole shern says
I was wondering if I could use frozen apples. I have my own apples, I freeze them. Icon’t know why they wouldn’t work sounds like a really tasty recipe.
Cathy Brown says
I just made these and they are delicious. I made a slight change to the recipe that I would like to share. I melted 1/4 cup of butter and brushed the rolled out crescent instead of dipping the apple in it. I also mixed together 1/2 cup of sugar, 1/2 tsp of cinnamon and 1/4 tsp of nutmeg instead of the apple pie spice. I generously sprinkled this on the buttered crescent. I found the melted butter held onto the sugar mixture so it didn’t come off when rolling. I then used any remaining butter and sugar mixture for the top of the crescents. I used Granny Smith apples which are pretty firm so I baked the crescents for 12 mins and used a wooden skewer to poke the crescent to test the apple. It was still pretty firm so I covered the crescents with foil and continued baking for another 4 mins. The apples softened and the crescents were a nice shade of brown.
Mayaprincess says
Thanks for the tip because i don’t know where to find apple spice.
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Hi! Apple pie spice can be found with other spices in the grocery store. It is a mixture of typical spices used in apple pie such as cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger & allspice.
Ann Hutchins says
What is apple pie sauce?
Jen says
May 27, 2015 at 2:21 pm
Hi! Apple pie spice can be found with other spices in the grocery store. It is a mixture of typical spices used in apple pie such as cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger & allspice.
Read more at http://theblondcook.com/2014/11/apple-pie-bites/#8R4jUeYvPBKjAt7c.99
rosie says
I was wondering since you covered the desert with foil I would think they would come out soggy.
maureen stipe says
what a great idea to hold the sugar mixture there. I wonder if we could make them taste like smores. They now have smores marshmallow. I just saw them yesterday.
Tammy Purtee says
I was thinking of using maple extract mixed with the butter and walnuts instead of pecans
CarolT says
These look totally awesome and I am going to make them. I was wondering if you could use peaches, either fresh or canned? Or for that matter any fruit?
patti says
Great idea! Be careful about the wet juice….that would ruin them….
Le'Quita Hicks says
An trying these for a girls night in with my sister and our godmother. They look scrumptious! Will post with update once it’s over.
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Kiskama Lemor says
This looks totally good and i wonder how it will, i gess delicious.i will give it a try.
Mimi says
Where do you find canned fried apples? Never heard of them
Thanks
Patsy says
I believe they are sold in Cracker barrel restaurants. Not sure if they are found anywhere else.
Lisa says
They are found with the other canned fruit.
Angela says
I just made these without the pecans. So delicious and so simple. Love, love, love! Thanks for this amazing recipe.
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LeaVa Deeings says
I have made these with pears also.
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LeaVa Eddings says
Ihave made these with pears also.
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Chicory App says
LOVE THIS!! Looks amazing and so simple to follow. I’m a big apple pie fan so I will definitely have to give this a try!!
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Connie Seigler says
Because I wanted to make these delicious looking little things TODAY…LOL…and I didn’t have any Apple Pie Spice……I found 2 equivalent substitutions I can use. Since many others had the same question, thought I’d share them:
For one teaspoon of Apple Pie Spice:
1/2 t. ground cinnamon
1/4 t, ground nutmeg
1/8 t. ground allspice
Dash of ground cloves or ginger
OR:
1/2 t. ground cinnamon
1/4 t. ground nutmeg
1/8 t. ground cardamom
Hope that helps someone else needing to make the conversion…..happy baking!
patti says
I just use white sugar and cinnamon
Peggy says
Thank you so much for this recipe, it looks and sound so simple and amazing. My question is have you tried to store these for a day or two?? I am going camping this week and would love to bring these along but I don’t want them all mushy… What do you think?
Thank you ahead for your reply
Peggy
Lucy says
Hi. I am wondering if anyone used more than one apple. I want to put a few in each roll. And I’m making gluten free dough and cutting it in triangles, hopefully that will work too.
Lucy
Nancy says
These are perfect for my ‘Kids Can Cook’ class. We only have one hour from start to finish and that limits our choices. We also need recipes that can easily be made by four year olds and fourteen year olds. I will put this on the list for our next class. Thank you.
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Margaret Bauer says
This recipe looks wonderfully good. The recipe will go with us to the Northwoods of Minnesota for an after fishing treat.
Joy says
Those look really awesome, however I have very high cholesterol, was wondering if I could sub the butter with coconut oil instead to not add to my cholesterol or anything else instead of butter
Liz Thompson says
What is the best way to store the extra bites. Can they be refrigerated and reheated at a later time
Bob Myers says
Any chance I could purchase a copy of “Savory Eats and Seadog Treats”? My brother and his wife live on Fripp Island, and being relative new comers I think they would enjoy this book.
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Maddy says
Is it possible to make these but before you put it in the oven to put them in the frigde? Would that ruin it it or would it be alright?
Becki F says
I want to try this with peaches, any suggestions?
Milda Hadaway says
OK, these look great for a single person like me. I think I will also pre-cook the apples just a little to soften them, and then drizzle with a little powder-sugar glaze! Oops….mouth water just leaked out!
Milda Hadaway says
Just had a second thought…..maybe precook some peach slices???????
April says
Can somebody post an apple pie spice substitute?
Armand luescher says
Could also be made with puff paste, no?
Kathy says
I have made these with pie crust with a dab of cream cheese mixed with a little powdered sugar and they are to die for , but this sounds easier with the cressent rolls but I will still use the cream cheese mixture also. Thank you for sharing
Kathy says
I have made these with pie crust with a dab of cream cheese mixed with a little powdered sugar and they are to die for , but this sounds easier with the cressent rolls but I will still use the cream cheese mixture also. Thank you for sharing.
Allie says
Was planning on making quite a lot and was wondering if I could use canned apple pie filling instead?
Asia says
I made these last Saturday. SO GOOD!
Rachel Page says
Excellent recipe. Thank you for sharing.
Judith says
i’ve made apple gallettes, which are larger versions of these, and I FREEZE them for longer storage, thaw, and reheat for a short time in the oven…..comes out fresh-baked good!
Nancy says
Do you freeze the after baking or before?
Rebecca says
I am going to try these tonight but I think I’m going to try it with peaches instead. I’ll let you know how it goes!
Rebecca says
Tried it with peaches and it was AMAZING. I followed the recipe just substituted peaches for apples and did 3/4 tsp cinnamon and 1/4 tsp nutmeg. Other than that exactly as you describe. Thanks so much for posting this recipe!!!
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Nancy says
These are perfect for a ‘Kids In The Kitchen’ project. I plan to make these lovely looking treats at our local Family Success Center this Saturday. Thank you.
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Cherie says
These look amazing and so easy! I am horrible at making pie crusts!
Tatha Riley says
Would love to purchase that little cookbook. These are the best! Our schools here need to make and sell them!
Marcia Bunnell says
This looks amazing. Thanks so much for sharing
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Karyn says
For those of us not living In the US – what are Pillsbury crescents? We don’t have it here in South Africa. I gather a type of pastry – but which one. What could I substitute it with ? Any home made recipe anyone can recommend? Flaky pastry or puff pastry or short crust pastry? Our brands are different so it’s tough to know what the best substitute is. Home made might be the best option.
Maria says
Could I prep these and put in oven later? I have a thing with family coming up and I figured get them all set up at home and pop them in later at my brothers house when we’re ready to have some!
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Laura K says
This sounds fabulous. I think I’ll try with puff pastry dough instead of crescent rolls as I like it better. 🙂
Amy Stewart says
Hello! I am probably taking a shot in dark here but I was wondering if that fundraiser cookbook and still available. If it was quite a while ago is it possible that it might be for sale maybe on the bay or somewhere of that nature. I love cookbook and would love to see this cookbook. Thanks so much for your time, and looking forward to your response. Have a great day! sincerely, Amy
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Hi Amy, I will email you this evening about purchasing a copy of the cookbook. Thank you! 🙂
DIANNE says
would love to order the cookbook, also. recipes sound great.
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Jeanie Pauketat says
I would like to purchase this cookbook also
Deana Yergeau says
I would love to purchase a cookbook if one is still available!!
Can you email me information?
Thank you!
Deana
Lorraine Mason says
I too would like cookbook, love school cookbooks. Just saw this today sent by a friend, Thank U for posting, my husband loves sweets & I love to make special sweet snacks for him.
PAT says
I made these tonight for breakfast tomorrow, how do I store them tonight so they won’t be soggy in the morning? I used canned apple pie filling and some have cream cheese.
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Hi Pat, I’ve never made these ahead of time so I can’t say. I hope it works out for you and you have a Merry Christmas! 🙂
Kiki says
This is basically just apple rugelach, right?
Barbara says
I absolutely LOVED these and I’m not a huge crescent roll fan. So easy, came out delicious. For those of you questioning apple pie spice, you can always just use cinnamon. That’s what I used and my family loved them. I also used Granny Smith apples and peeled them. I ended up slicing them in thinner slices so they would cook through quicker and they were perfect after 14 minutes.
Debey Nicholls says
Im in Australia and would like to know what a pillsbury cresent roll is. Can puff pasty be used intead
Kay Wilson says
Mustbe delicious and easy, what a combo cannot wait to make it for my husband, he loves crescent rolls. Thank you for sharing.
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Magickmoon says
To make 1 teaspoon Apple Pie Spice use:
•1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
•1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
•1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
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Mandy says
Have you any ideas in a replacement for the nuts? I have a child allergic to all nuts, so need to have a substitute!
cheryl says
Why not just omit them?
patti says
Cheryl,I don’t use nuts in the apple pie bites.
I unroll the Pillsbury crescent roll separate the triangle
Put a little white sugar and cinnamon , then apple slices.
I then roll up and bake to the rolls to temp. and time directions
Sorry if this wasn’t what you were asking me.
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Riane says
I’m going to leave the nuts out too, but crushed pretzels would be a decent replacement for the crunch I think?
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Hi Riane! Please let me know how that turns out for you!
Carolyn Benish says
Would like a copy of the cookbook too.
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annie says
can these be made ahead and served cold? we have potluck meals at work that this would be great for!
patti says
Still good cold… 🙂
John says
I noticed someone substituted pears!
I may try ASIAN PEARS, since apples & regular pears are sparse this year from the drought!
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patti says
That sounds great!!!!
Terri Shinner says
Making my Apple bites right now..!!!!!!
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Betty says
Because spices are so expensive I try to buy mine at the local public food co-op. You can buy the amount you want and fill your own jars. Also, you can buy a small amount and try new spices. I only pay a small fraction of what I would pay in the big stores. Also if you buy a little bit at a time it willl be fresher when you use it. We don’t have to join to use the one near us, we just pay a few cents more.
Terra Will says
AMAZE!!!
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Michelle says
I would like to know if it is possible to get this recipe book, and if so how do I go about getting one and cost. I can’t wait to make these!
Rae says
I am wondering about making these ahead, also. I didn’t see an answer. I would need to make them in the morning and then bake them that evening. Has anyone tried making them ahead?
Thanks!
Caryl says
Just made these this morning. My family looked at me like I am a god. They just loved it. I added connon to the brown sugar and had to use pumpkin pie spice instead of Apple but they just raved. My daughter said it was better than the pancake restairants Apple pancake Thank you so much for a great recipe. Especially for a chilly September Sunday morning.
Sue mcGrew says
These were awesome. I didn’t use parchment paper. Covered pan with non stick cooking spray. They came out great. Next time I may nuke the apple a few seconds first to soften. Will make again. Great recipe to make with my granddaughters.
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Brenda says
Should these be refrigerated or kept at room temp?
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Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Hi Brenda, I’ve always refrigerated mine once they cool (if there are any leftovers!).
Amanda says
What is “apple pie spice”? Is it just cinnamon and sugar? I went to the store and I couldn’t find any of that so I bought cinnamon. But it there anything extra I should be adding to that? The only thing I saw “close” to apple pie spice was pumpkin pie spice.
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Cheryl says
Yes just wondering if you can use any kind of apple? Not a fan of Granny Smith.
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Hi Cheryl! I’ve only used Granny Smith so I cannot say. Good luck, hope they turn out well if you use another type of apple!
Riane says
Does using the canned apples replace the cinnamon/apple pie spice mixture that you coat on the dough as well or just the apples? Thank you! Excited to try!
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
It depends on if the canned apples are already seasoned with spices and your personal preference!
Jasmine says
I love this recipe, it’s so easy to make and it tastes amazing, the only thing is i tried baking them for 10 minutes (375degrees) and they looked golden brown and cooked through, but when we tried it the middle was still raw… Any ideas why?
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Susan says
I think a ‘touch’ of salt on top before baking would be good also!
Then you would have that little sweet/salty thing going on!
Going to have to try these!!
Candy says
Can’t wait to try this – sounds really good! I will use a Rome apple vice Granny Smith. Not a fan of the Granny. Also, I’d like a copy of the fundraising cookbook as well, if still available. Thank you!
Peyton says
Can this freeze easily?
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Hi Peyton, They’ve always gotten eaten up when I make them so I’ve never frozen them (so I can’t say!). Let me know how it turns out if you do!
D. hayes says
It helps to microwave the apple slices to partially cook them before assembling the roles. Try 1.5 to 2 minutes depending on your microwave.
Stacey says
These look so good – I can’t wait to make them for our annual Christmas party! I’ll be featuring this recipe on my blog in an apple-themed roundup tomorrow!
Daniel says
What is the nutrition information on these? Are they low calorie?
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Hi Daniel, I don’t provide nutritional information. It would be safe to say that these are not low calorie. I would suggest utilizing an online calorie counter. Hope you enjoy them if you make them!
Anne says
Sounds great but will have to substitute pecans since my daughter is allergic. Unfortunately to walnuts too. Maybe I’ll try almonds.
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Almonds sound great!
Amy says
These were delicious and sooo easy. I waited until they cooled and drizzled them caramel ice cream topping. Yummy. Great recipe-thank you!!
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Thanks so much, Amy! Glad you enjoyed them! 🙂
Morgan says
Hi, my name is Morgan and I’m a high school student that writes for our school magazine. I’m doing a page on fall recipes and would love to feature your recipe and picture, with of course your consent! Just let me know, thank you, Morgan.
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Hi Morgan! I would love to be included in your fall recipes in your school magazine. Thanks so much!
Morgan says
It’s Morgan, thank you so much! So that I can have a better quality picture, do you mind emailing me a picture of your apple pie bites?
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Hi Morgan, please email me at amy@theblondcook.com with specifics on what you need for the image. Thanks!
Tara says
Delicious! I didn’t have parchment paper and baked them on a Pampered Chef stone for a few minutes more than recipe called for. Also did not have apple pie spice so I subbed with ground cinnamon. Sprinkled some more cinnamon and leftover “pecan dust” on top prior to baking. Served warm in a dish with vanilla ice cream. Was a huge hit and I will make again!
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Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Thanks, Tara! Glad you enjoyed them!
Annette says
Can these be made a head and served later? I’m sure they are best right out of the oven but I am having a party and prefer not to babysit the oven. Appreciate anyone’s comments
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
I’ve reheated them in my toaster oven but they’re best right out of the oven. Hope you enjoy!
Kristen says
What spices make up apple pie spice?
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Deb richards says
Why not try using gluten free bread.Just use a rolling pipin to flatten it out
Katey says
Any thoughts about prepping these a day ahead and baking the next day? I’m having a party and trying to do as much ahead of time as possible. I’m worried about the apples getting brown or just kinda nasty but then thought if I tried softening them in a skillet with butter (as others mentioned doing) then maybe it would work out?
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Hi Katey, I’ve never prepared these in advance so I can’t say. I think they would be best prepared right before you bake them. Good luck and happy new year!
JUDIE HARRON says
Made these for lunch today with a peanut butter/jelly sandwich…awesome! I used my apple slicer and peeled the apple…yes, just one Granny Smith apple and it sliced 8 slices. I did not slice them smaller and they were perfectly baked and easy to roll up in the crescent slices. I did not have apple pie spice but substituted 1/2 tsp. cinnamon; 1/8 tsp. ground nutmeg and 1/8 tsp. ground allspice. Very yummy…thanks for sharing! I immediately sent it to my grandson Josh who loves to cook and bake for an after school snack!
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Thanks, Judie! I’m so glad you enjoyed them. They’re so easy and delicious!
Trina and Tina says
We love a treat the does double duty – breakfast and snack time here we come! Thanks for sharing!
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Thanks so much, Trina and Tina!
Jazmin says
I love this recipe! I try this recipe with honey butter crescent rolls. SO GOOD.
Haifa ash says
Nice
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SC says
I’m gonna make this and use it to dip in vanilla ice cream! Mmmmmmmm!!
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Thanks! I love these with vanilla ice cream. Hope you enjoy them as much as I have! 🙂
Sylvia says
Used crescent rolls, reduced fat and sugar-free canned apples. Added chopped walnuts, cinnamon and brushed with spray margarine and sprinkled a little cinnamon-sugar. The family loved them!! We topped them with fat-free Cool Whip. YUMMY!!!!
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Yum! So glad you enjoyed them! ♥️
Ashley says
Is there a good substitute for the butter if you’re going dairy free?
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Hi Ashley, I’ve seen the olive oil spreads but have never tried them. Let me know how it turns out if you make them!
Kelli M says
Just made these tonight and oh my word they are amazing!! My husband and I were practically drooling. I also did not have apple pie spice, but after some quick research I substituted with cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves and they turned out wonderfully. The whole house smelled amazing! After they cooled I drizzled them with some powdered sugar icing and we devoured them. These will definitely be a regular thing in my household now. Thank you for the recipe! 🙂
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Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Hi Kelli! Thanks so very much, you made my day. I’m so glad you and your husband enjoyed them!! 🙂
Jules says
I do this a tad differently..instead of sprinkling brown sugar and apple pie spice on the rolls and dipping the apple slices in butter, I just mix the butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon (who has time to make apple pie spice?!) together in a little bowl, then spread some of the mixture onto each roll! I find that pretty easy and they still come out very delicious!
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Aimee says
Has anyone had any luck prepping day before and then baking next day
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Hi Aimee! I have never prepped the day before so I don’t know. I think that the crescent rolls would be much better fresh out of the package, though. Hope you enjoy them if you make them!
Judy G says
Made these this afternoon — my 3 grandchildren and I gobbled them up.
Next time, I might cut the apples into smaller slices. I would like the apples a little softer, but my granddaughter liked her apples crunchy. The flavor was wonderful. Thanks for the recipe!
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Velma says
I want to make these right now, but I have canned apples only. Would I drain them or what?? Please help!
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
You can use canned apples. It would depend on how much fluid is in the can. I would drain them to be safe.
Kathy says
Hey Amy, I finally got to try the apple pie bites! They were so delicious and easy to prepare!!! Thanks so much for your reply to my question too, you are awesome!!!
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Hi Kathy, Thanks so much! So glad you enjoyed them! 🙂
Tisha says
At the moment I don’t have pecans ,can I use sliced almonds .Or is it better to use the pecans because it’s sweet.
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Hi Tisha, I’d personally prefer pecans over almonds, but think almonds would be good as well. I’ve never prepared them with almonds so I can’t say for sure.
Tisha says
Hi Amy,I just tried the apple bites and I must say its so delicious and can be done in 5 minutes.Thanks to you ,that will be one of my desserts on special occasions.Can’t wait for to do more of your recipes.
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Thanks so much, Tisha. So glad you enjoyed them!
Marianne says
OH, my, YUM!!
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Thanks, Marianne!
Amalia says
Hi I wanted to know if you can prepare it and stick it in to the freezer and when I want serve I can cook it?
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Hi, Amalia! I would not recommend freezing before baking. Hope you enjoy them! 🙂
Diane Davidson says
I read through some of your comments, but not all, so I don’t know if this was said. (By the way, why is the comment typing in italic font? I don’t mean to.)
I made these for a group, so I made double. I don’t recommend this because the middle bites undercooked.
The picture you show has less than one eighth of an apple, I tried to use that size, and not 1/8. The middle ones were still crunchy, so I thought even that was too big, but the outer ones cooked through.
These were yummy and my husband wants me to make them again!
Eden Passante says
I feel like any type of nuts would be great in these bites! Awesome recipe, this looks so delicious!!
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Thanks so much, Eden!
Howard Gottlieb says
Cookbooks are great school fundraisers. Just takes a little work and some willing volunteers.
CarolI says
I have made these and I put a small dab of cream cheese on top of the apple, and it’s like an apple cheesecake!! Thanks again for the reminder to make these!!
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
That is a great idea, Caroll… sounds amazing!!! 🙂 Thank you!
Michelle catalano says
Hi I just got everything I need to make these apple pie bites! I do have a question though, shouls I boil the apple first so it won’t be hard or will it be ok to just put in as said? My hubby loves apple pie but the apples can’t be crunchy! Thank you for this recipe I love it and I will let you know how it came out!
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Hi Michelle, the apples in this recipe are definitely not on the “soggy” side and do have texture. Given that info, please use your best judgement on what your husband prefers. I hope you enjoy! 🙂
Lisa says
I am thinking of making these for a boat ride. I’m sure they are best when warm but are they still yummy when cold?
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Hi Lisa, I personally like them much better when warm but they’re good cold, too! Hope you enjoy. 🙂
My Slice of Happy says
These look absolutely delicious! And pretty easy 🙂 Can’t wait to try them.
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Thanks so very much! 🙂
Karl @ Healthy Kreation says
Recipes like these will never grow old. Even though i’m late to try out this scrumptious creation, i’m glad I was able to come across it. Thanks for sharing.
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Thanks so much, Karl! Hope you enjoy these apple pie bites! 🙂
Deebi27 says
Thanks to Pinterest I found this yummy! Can’t wait to try! My hubby loves Granny Smith so they are always around for this recipe, just pick up the Pillsbury Crescent Rolls. Glad I found this tonight our temps finally gave use some Fall like weather perfect for this treat!
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Thanks so much, hope you enjoy them! 🙂
Linda says
Yummy
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Thanks, Linda!
Anna-Rita Englart says
Hi Amy,
I live in Barcelona and give cooking classes in English
Today I made you fabulous apple pie bites with a kids group
Oh… my …. god!! They are so good and so easy
I’m your newest number one fan
Thanks for the recipe…. will be sure to use more
Anna
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Hi Anna-Rita, Thank you so very much… so glad everyone enjoyed them!!! 🙂
Linda says
If you heat them up, do not do in microwave, they get doughy
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Lois Clark says
I am teaching my 12year old grandson how to cook, and we started with these! Everyone loved them, but we did cut down on sugar, and used no butter on the inside! And just cinnamon since we had no apple pie spice! We are also using fresh peaches with a pinch of cloves! Yum! Thank you!
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
That is so heartwarming to hear you were able to share my recipe with your grandson making precious memories! Thanks so much, Lois… the peaches sound delicious as well! 🙂
Eve says
These are delicious, Thought the apple skin made it a little tough, will peel next time. My second batch I made with a pear. To die for!!! The real kicker, serve warm topped with vanilla ice cream and drizzled with caramel syrup….omg!!! This is my man’s favorite dessert!
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Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Sounds delicious, Eve! Will definitely have to try with pears next time! 🙂
Vanessa says
Thanks for sharing! How far ahead of time can make them?
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Hi Vanessa, they need to be prepared immediately before baking. They are delicious re-heated but best fresh out of the oven. Hope you enjoy! 🙂
Barbara says
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this recipe. So quick and easy. Thanks for sharing.
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Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Thanks, Barbara – So happy you love it! 🙂
Crys says
I hate crescent rolls. How can I make this work with puff pastry?
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
Hi Crys, I’ve never made this with puff pastry so I can’t say with certainty… sorry I couldn’t be of more help. Please let us know how it turns out if you try it! 🙂
Lisa Ford says
This recipe would be better if the apple slices were softened a bit before rolling in the crescent roll triangle. It was extremely easy to make .
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Laurie Watkins says
These were a big hit for a recent party. I did use the Honey and Butter Crescent Rolls and everyone loved them.
Thank you so much for this easy yummy dessert…so, so delicious!!
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Suzanne says
These look so yummy and so easy to make. I love reading all of the comments with tips and tricks. 🙂
Joy nelson says
Fun time making these withe grandkids they were so yummy
Made these with my granddaughters so yummy
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lisa says
I made them with all kinds of different fruits and my family really loved them. Thanks a lot for the idea 🙂