Brown Sugar Cinnamon Apple Crescent Rolls Recipe
This simple recipe transforms everyday crescent rolls into a delightful dessert or breakfast treat. Fresh Granny Smith apples are coated in a brown sugar and cinnamon mixture, then wrapped in flaky crescent dough and baked until golden. Quick to prepare, these warm, sweet rolls offer a comforting blend of spiced apples and buttery pastry, perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- 1 Baking Sheet
- 1 Parchment Paper
- 1 Small Microwave Safe Bowl for melting butter and mixing
- 1 Paring Knife for coring and slicing apples
- 1 Measuring Spoons
Ingredients
Main
- Pillsbury Original Crescent Rolls Twin Pack {8 oz each}
- 2 Granny Smith Apples cored and cut into 8 even slices each
- 2 TBSP butter melted
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- Cinnamon sugar about 4 tbsp or as needed
Instructions
- Preheat oven to the temperature specified on the Pillsbury Crescent Rolls package (usually 375°F or 190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Core and cut the Granny Smith apples into 8 even slices each, aiming for uniform thickness.
- In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the 2 tablespoons of butter.
- Stir the 1/4 cup of brown sugar and about 2 tablespoons of cinnamon sugar into the melted butter until well combined. Reserve the remaining cinnamon sugar for dusting.
- Carefully unroll the Pillsbury Original Crescent Rolls and separate them into 16 individual triangles.
- Take one apple slice and dip it into the butter-brown sugar mixture, ensuring it's coated on all sides.
- Place the coated apple slice on the wide end of a crescent roll triangle and roll it up tightly towards the narrow tip.
- Arrange the rolled crescent rolls seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring there is some space between each roll.
- Lightly sprinkle the tops of the rolls with the remaining cinnamon sugar.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or according to package directions, until the crescent rolls are golden brown and puffed. Serve warm.
Notes
For best results, ensure your Granny Smith apples are sliced uniformly to promote even cooking within the crescent rolls. A light toss of the apple slices with a squeeze of lemon juice before assembly can prevent browning and add a bright counterpoint to the sweetness. When melting butter, combine it with the brown sugar and a pinch of salt to enhance the overall flavor. Don't overcrowd the baking sheet; allow ample space between rolls for even air circulation and browning. Consider adding a small amount of finely chopped walnuts or pecans to the apple filling for added texture and nutty flavor. A final dusting of powdered sugar or a simple vanilla glaze after baking will elevate the presentation and add an extra layer of sweetness.