Flaky, sweet, and warmly spiced, these cozy, crowd-pleasing, cinnamon-kissed treats wrap classic flavor in every bite—Apple Pie Crescent Muffins!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Apple Pie Crescent Muffins are the ultimate shortcut pastry that combines convenience with comfort:
- Quick and easy using refrigerated crescent dough
- Warm and cozy flavors of apple pie and cheesecake
- Perfect for holidays, brunches, or a simple dessert
- Kid-friendly and fun to make together
- Portable and mess-free, great for snacks or lunchboxes
Ingredients
- 8 oz refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 5 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup apple pie filling, chopped
- 2½ tablespoons melted butter
- ¼ cup sugar
- ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard muffin tin with non-stick spray.
- In a small bowl, stir together the ¼ cup sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, mix the cream cheese with 2 tablespoons sugar and the vanilla extract until smooth.
- Unroll the crescent dough and separate into 4 rectangles, pressing the perforations to seal. Cut each rectangle in half to make 8 squares.
- Place a dough square in your hand and gently stretch it. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of cream cheese mixture and 1 tablespoon of chopped apple filling into the center.
- Pull the corners of the dough up over the filling, pinching to seal and forming a rough ball.
- Brush each ball generously with melted butter, roll in the cinnamon-sugar mixture, and place seam-side down in the muffin tin.
- Bake for 20–22 minutes, or until golden brown. Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes before serving warm.
Servings And Timing
- Servings: 8 muffins
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 37 minutes
- Calories: Approximately 210 kcal per muffin
Variations
- Caramel Drizzle: Add a drizzle of caramel sauce over the top before serving.
- Nutty Twist: Mix in chopped pecans or walnuts with the apple filling.
- Spiced Cream Cheese: Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the cream cheese mixture.
- Berry Option: Use blueberry or cherry pie filling instead of apple.
- Mini Version: Cut dough smaller and bake in a mini muffin tin for bite-size treats.
Storage/Reheating
- Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Refrigerate: Keep in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Reheat: Warm in a microwave for 10–15 seconds or in a toaster oven at 325°F (165°C) until heated through.
- Freezer-Friendly: Freeze fully cooled muffins for up to 1 month. Thaw and reheat before serving.
FAQs
Can I Use Homemade Apple Pie Filling?
Yes, just chop the apples finely and ensure the filling is thick and not too runny.
Can I Make These Ahead Of Time?
You can assemble and store them in the fridge for up to 1 day before baking.
What’s The Best Way To Seal The Dough?
Pinch the dough firmly and use slightly damp fingers if needed to help it stick.
Can I Skip The Cream Cheese?
Yes, but the cheesecake layer adds richness and contrast to the apple filling.
Are These Sweet Enough Without Icing?
Definitely. The cinnamon-sugar coating adds plenty of sweetness.
Can I Use Puff Pastry Instead?
Yes, but adjust the baking time and watch closely, as puff pastry bakes faster.
Do They Need To Be Refrigerated?
Only if you plan to keep them longer than 2 days, due to the cream cheese.
Can Kids Help Make These?
Yes! Kids will love assembling and rolling the dough balls.
What Can I Serve With These?
They pair beautifully with coffee, tea, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Can I Double The Recipe?
Absolutely—just use a second muffin tin and rotate them halfway through baking.
Conclusion
Apple Pie Crescent Muffins are everything you love about pie and cheesecake, wrapped in a golden, cinnamon-sugar crust. Quick to prepare and impossible to resist, they’re a delightful addition to any breakfast table or dessert spread. Keep a can of crescent dough on hand—you’ll want to make these often!
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Apple Pie Crescent Muffins
- Total Time: 37 minutes
- Yield: 8 muffins 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Flaky, sweet, and warmly spiced, these cozy, crowd-pleasing, cinnamon-kissed treats wrap classic flavor in every bite—Apple Pie Crescent Muffins!
Ingredients
- 8 oz refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 5 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup apple pie filling, chopped
- 2½ tablespoons melted butter
- ¼ cup sugar
- ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard muffin tin with non-stick spray.
- In a small bowl, stir together the ¼ cup sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, mix the cream cheese with 2 tablespoons sugar and the vanilla extract until smooth.
- Unroll the crescent dough and separate into 4 rectangles, pressing the perforations to seal. Cut each rectangle in half to make 8 squares.
- Place a dough square in your hand and gently stretch it. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of cream cheese mixture and 1 tablespoon of chopped apple filling into the center.
- Pull the corners of the dough up over the filling, pinching to seal and forming a rough ball.
- Brush each ball generously with melted butter, roll in the cinnamon-sugar mixture, and place seam-side down in the muffin tin.
- Bake for 20–22 minutes, or until golden brown. Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes before serving warm.
Notes
- Use homemade or store-bought apple pie filling depending on your preference.
- Serve warm for the best taste and texture.
- Can be stored in an airtight container and reheated before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg