Description

These Apple Pie Bites are a delightful, bite-sized twist on the classic apple pie. Featuring tender Granny Smith apple wedges wrapped in flaky crescent roll dough, coated with brown sugar, apple pie spice, and crunchy pecans, these treats are perfectly baked to golden brown perfection. Ideal for a quick dessert or a sweet snack, they combine the comforting flavors of apple pie in an easy-to-make, shareable form.

Ingredients

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Fruit and Nuts

1 small Granny Smith apple
1/3 cup pecans (chopped)

Sweeteners and Spices

1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon apple pie spice (or cinnamon), plus additional for sprinkling

Dough and Fats

1 8-ounce can crescent roll dough
3 tablespoons butter (melted)

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F to ensure it’s at the perfect temperature for baking the apple pie bites evenly.
Prepare Apples: Core the small Granny Smith apple and cut it into 8 wedges for even distribution in each pie bite.
Coat Apples: Pour the melted butter into a bowl and toss the apple slices in it to coat, which helps add flavor and moisture during baking. Set aside.
Mix Sugar and Spice: In a separate small bowl, combine the brown sugar with apple pie spice to create the flavorful topping mixture. Set aside.
Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and open the crescent roll dough can. Separate the dough into triangles and lay them flat on the prepared sheet for easy assembly.
Add Toppings: Evenly sprinkle the brown sugar and spice mixture on each triangle, then add chopped pecans on top for a crunchy texture and nutty flavor.
Wrap Apples: Place one apple wedge on the wide end of each triangle and carefully roll the dough around the apple to form a bite-sized pocket.
Brush and Sprinkle: Brush each rolled dough with any remaining melted butter and sprinkle a small amount of apple pie spice or cinnamon on top for an extra flavor boost.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven at 375°F for 10-12 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and puffed. Allow them to cool slightly before serving to enjoy the perfect warm treat.

Notes

Use Granny Smith apples for a tart balance but you can substitute with other apples like Fuji or Honeycrisp.
For a sweeter touch, add a drizzle of caramel sauce after baking.
To make it nut-free, omit the pecans or substitute with sunflower seeds.
Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful dessert experience.
Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat slightly before serving.