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 fall family gathering, and they instantly became a favorite. Everyone loved how the warm caramel paired with tart apples & the buttery dough.
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; 8 soft caramel candies (or 60 g soft caramels, unwrapped)
- Topping: 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted; 2 tbsp light brown sugar; 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Dough:
- Unroll the crescent dough and separate into 8 triangles.
- Fill Crescents:
- Place an apple wedge and a caramel candy at the wide end of each dough triangle.
- Roll & Arrange:
- Roll up each triangle, enclosing the apple and caramel, and arrange seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- Butter & Topping:
- Brush each crescent bite with melted butter. 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 & Serve:
- Let cool slightly before serving (caramel will be very hot).
Save These caramel apple crescent bites always remind me of cozy autumn weekends spent baking with my kids. Seeing everyone reaching for seconds is the best part!
Required Tools
Baking sheet, parchment paper, small bowl, pastry brush, knife and peeler — all you need for this simple recipe.
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten), milk (butter, caramels). Check ingredient labels for possible nuts.
Nutritional Information
Each crescent bite contains: 150 calories, 5 g fat, 26 g carbohydrates, 2 g protein.
Save Serve these bites fresh from the oven for the best flavor. Enjoy sharing them with family or at gatherings!
Recipe FAQ
- → Can I use different apples in the crescent bites?
Yes, you can substitute Granny Smith apples with other varieties, but tart apples work best for balance.
- → How do I keep the caramel from spilling out during baking?
Be sure to fully enclose each filling in the dough and place each bite seam-side down on the baking sheet.
- → Can these be made ahead of time?
These bites are best enjoyed warm, but you can prepare them ahead and reheat slightly before serving.
- → Is it possible to add nuts or other flavors?
Yes, chopped nuts or a pinch of sea salt can be added for extra crunch or flavor variation before baking.
- → What pairs well with these crescent bites?
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of chocolate for added indulgence.