Easy Crescent Roll Apple Turnovers

These crescent roll apple turnovers are nothing short of amazing. They're made with apple slices mixed with brown sugar, melted butter, and cinnamon, all rolled up in buttery crescent rolls. Every bite is addictive, and you'll never believe how easy they are to make!

The Best Crescent Roll Apple Turnovers

Fall is in the air, which means now is the best time to make these buttery crescent roll apple turnovers. They're ideal if you just picked some fresh apples and want to make a sweet apple dessert.

It combines fresh apple slices with cinnamon sugar and melted butter for an addictive flavor. Everything's carefully wrapped in fluffy crescent dough and baked in the oven. The results are golden brown turnovers with an irresistible apple filling.

Trust me, you'll have a hard time stopping with just one! The good news is they couldn't be easier to make. So you'll definitely want to make a double or triple batch, especially if you're serving these to a crowd. 

Why This Recipe Works

So easy to make. All you have to do is slice the apples, make the brown sugar cinnamon filling, and layer the two in your store bought crescent roll dough. 

Best fall dessert. Apple pie is delicious, but these apple turnovers are even better! They basically have all of the best parts of apple pie all rolled up in crispy crescent rolls. 

Family favorite. Every time I make crescent roll apple turnovers, they're always a hit with kids and adults. They've become the staple dessert my family makes after we go apple picking. 

Simple ingredients. You'll only need 6 ingredients to make crescent roll apple turnovers, and I'm willing to bet you have most of them on hand already!

Ingredients

As I just mentioned, the ingredient list for these easy apple turnovers is beyond simple.

Here's everything you'll need to make apple pie turnovers:

• 1 apple, washed and cut into 8 wedges with seeds removed
• ¼ cup light brown sugar
• 3 tbsp. unsalted butter, melted and divided
• 1 tbsp. ground cinnamon
• 1 tube (226gr) of Crescent Rolls
• Sugar glaze

If you end up with more apples than you know what to do with, give these fried apples a try next!. And if you have extra crescent rolls and apples, you can make my crescent roll apple dumplings. They're two more of my favorite apple desserts you can make this Fall!

How To Make Crescent Roll Apple Turnovers

1. Prep work: Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside.

2. Make the brown sugar filling: In a small bowl, combine ¼ cup light brown sugar, 2 tablespoons melted butter, and 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon. Mix well to fully combine.

3. Wrap the turnovers: Unroll crescent roll dough. Then, top each crescent roll with 1 tablespoon of the brown sugar filling mixture and 2 apple wedges. Starting at the wide end, carefully roll each crescent around the apple, keeping the filling inside. Place each on the prepared baking sheet and repeat until you've used all the crescent rolls.

4. Brush with butter and bake: Brush each stuffed crescent roll with the remaining 1 tablespoon of melted butter. Bake the apple turnovers in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the crescent rolls are golden brown and the filling is cooked through.

5. Add glaze and serve: Allow the hot apple turnovers to cool briefly before drizzling on the sugar glaze. Serve warm and enjoy!

My Expert Tips for the Perfect Crescent Roll Apple Turnovers

These tips will help ensure your crescent roll apple turnovers turn out absolutely perfect:

1. 1. Use Fresh, Crisp Apples: For the best texture and flavor, choose a firm apple variety like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp. They hold up well during baking and offer that perfect sweet-tart balance. I've found that peeling the apples gives a smoother filling, but if you like a bit more texture, leaving the skins on works too!
   2. Keep Your Crescent Dough Cold: Here’s a game-changer I learned over time—keep the crescent roll dough chilled until you’re ready to use it. The colder dough is easier to work with and will puff up better in the oven. If it gets too soft, pop it back in the fridge for a few minutes.
   3. Don’t Overfill: I know it's tempting to pack in as much apple goodness as possible, but a little restraint goes a long way. Overfilling can make the turnovers burst or leak during baking. Stick to about a tablespoon of filling per turnover for the best results.
   4. Seal the Edges Well: To prevent any of that delicious filling from oozing out, use a fork to press down on the edges of each turnover after folding. A quick brush of beaten egg along the seams before sealing can also help keep everything in place and give the turnovers a beautiful golden finish.
   5. Add a Sweet Finishing Touch: Right after baking, I love brushing the warm turnovers with a little melted butter and sprinkling them with cinnamon sugar. It’s a simple step that adds an extra layer of flavor and makes your kitchen smell heavenly!

How To Store Crescent Roll Apple Turnovers

In the fridge: Store leftover apple turnovers in an airtight container and keep them in the fridge for up to 5 days.

In the freezer: Allow leftover apple turnovers to cool completely, then transfer the cooled apple turnovers to a freezer-safe container and freeze them for up to 1 month. If possible, freeze the turnovers before glazing them.

Reheating: Transfer leftover apple turnovers to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake them at 350°F for 5-8 minutes or until the filling is warm. For frozen apple turnovers, add extra baking time. Remember not to microwave the turnovers, as they'll be soggy and not crispy.

 

FAQS About This Crescent Roll Apple Turnover Recipe

How do I keep my turnovers from getting soggy?

You'll want to make sure that you cook the turnovers until they're nice and golden brown. You can also refrigerate them for about 15 minutes before baking. When storing, let them cool completely before refrigerating or freezing to prevent them from being soggy. 

What are the best apples to use for apple turnovers?

Golden Delicious and Granny Smith apples will work best for apple turnovers. You can use either depending on the flavor you want.

How do you make a sugar glaze?

For the glaze ingredients, you'll need powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Mix 1 cup of powdered sugar with a teaspoon of vanilla extract and about a tablespoon of milk. Add more milk if you want it to be thinner.

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