Indulge in the delectable symphony of flavors and textures that is apple walnut crescents, a delightful pastry that combines the sweet crunch of apples, the nutty richness of walnuts, and the flaky tenderness of crescent dough. This culinary masterpiece offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds.
With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can create these irresistible treats that are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as an afternoon snack. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is accessible and sure to impress. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a delightful baking journey that will leave you craving more.
In addition to the classic apple walnut crescent recipe, this article also offers variations to cater to different tastes and preferences. Discover the delightful twist of maple walnut crescents, where the subtle sweetness of maple syrup enhances the flavors of apples and walnuts. For a touch of indulgence, try the cream cheese apple crescents, where a creamy filling adds an extra layer of richness and tanginess to the pastry.
And if you're looking for a gluten-free option, the almond flour apple crescents are a fantastic choice. Made with almond flour instead of wheat flour, these crescents offer a delectable combination of flavors and textures while accommodating dietary restrictions. With so many variations to choose from, there's an apple walnut crescent recipe for everyone to enjoy.
APPLE WALNUT CINNAMON ROLLS
A good combo of apple pie and cinnamon rolls for the ones with a sweet tooth. Top with whipped cream!
Provided by Jenny
Categories Bread Yeast Bread Recipes
Time 1h10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Roll 1 can of crescent rolls out on a cutting board. Make one single piece of dough by rolling the dough with a rolling pin to a 9x13-inch rectangle; make sure the seams don't separate. Repeat with remaining can of crescent rolls. Set 1 dough sheet atop the other to make a double crust.
- Mix 1/2 cup white sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, crushed walnuts, and diced apples in a bowl. Sprinkle evenly over the dough.
- Roll the dough lengthwise, so you end up with a long tube. Cut into 1-inch slices. Place the rolls into prepared dish facing up.
- Melt butter with 1 1/2 cup white sugar in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook and stir until sugar dissolves completely, about 5 minutes. Remove saucepan from heat and whisk citrus-flavored soda into the butter mixture; pour over cinnamon rolls.
- Bake in preheated oven until golden brown and no longer doughy in the middle, about 30 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly, 5 to 10 minutes. Flip the rolls out of the baking dish onto baking sheet and allow the sticky sauce to drip over the rolls.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 695.7 calories, Carbohydrate 87.3 g, Cholesterol 61 mg, Fat 37.5 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 17.8 g, Sodium 612.6 mg, Sugar 67.8 g
APPLE WALNUT STICKY BUNS
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Generously butter a 12-count muffin tin.
- Peel, core and dice the apples into 1/2-inch cubes. In a medium bowl stir together the diced apples with the walnuts and brown sugar.
- Divide the apple mixture evenly into the muffin tin. Put 12 cinnamon buns, cinnamon side up, on top of the apple mixture. Put the muffin tin on a baking sheet and bake until the tops are golden brown, about 8 to 10 minutes. (Bake off remaining 4 buns for Round 2 Recipe Cinnamon Roll French Toast.)
- Remove the muffin tin from the oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes. Put a clean baking sheet on top of the muffin tin and flip to remove the sticky buns.
- In a small bowl, combine 1 container of the vanilla frosting (save the other for Round 2 Cinnamon Roll French Toast) with the pumpkin pie spice and 1 to 2 teaspoons of water. Mix until very thick and of pourable consistency. Drizzle over buns and serve.
APPLE STRUDEL
The strudel of your dreams has arrived. Flaky, filled with apples and walnuts and incredibly easy to make.
Provided by Roxana Yawgel
Categories Dessert
Time 1h15m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 375°F. In medium bowl, toss apples, pecans, brown sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.
- Dust work surface lightly with flour. Unroll dough on floured surface. With fingers, press dough lightly into rectangle; press perforations to seal. Using floured rolling pin, roll out dough as thin as possible. With pastry brush, spread 2 tablespoons butter all over dough.
- Spoon apple mixture onto one long side of dough. Gently lift apple-topped edge of dough and start rolling up strudel toward plain dough edge until filling is completely sealed. If needed, turn log to place seam on bottom. For flaky pastry, brush strudel with additional butter.
- For easy transfer, carefully slide sheet of cooking parchment paper under strudel. Using paper, lift and place strudel on ungreased cookie sheet.
- Bake 25 to 28 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from cookie sheet to cooling rack. Cool slightly, about 20 minutes, before cutting into pieces.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 180, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 200 mg, Sugar 10 g, TransFat 0 g
APPLE PIE CRESCENTS
These apple pie-inspired crescent roll-ups are the perfect last-minute treat for any occasion. All you need is 30 minutes, five ingredients-including flaky, buttery crescent rolls and fresh Granny Smith apples-and a love for warm fall flavors!
Provided by Pillsbury Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375°F. Line cookie sheet with cooking parchment paper, or grease cookie sheet. Set aside.
- In small bowl, toss apple slices in 1 tablespoon of the melted butter; set aside. Separate dough into 8 triangles.
- In small bowl, mix brown sugar and apple pie spice. Divide mixture evenly among triangles. Top each triangle with apple slice. Starting at short side of each triangle, wrap dough around apple. Place on cookie sheet. Brush with remaining 2 tablespoons melted butter.
- Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until crescents are deep golden brown and apples are softened. Cool 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 260 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 0 g
APPLE-WALNUT UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE
Provided by Molly O'Neill
Categories dessert
Time 1h30m
Yield Eight to ten servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- For the topping, melt 1 teaspoon of the butter in a medium-size cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the apples and saute until caramelized, about 10 minutes. Combine the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter and the brown sugar in a small saucepan and stir over low heat until melted and well blended. Butter a 10-inch pan with 3-inch sides and spread the brown- sugar mixture in the bottom. Arrange the apple slices in the pan in concentric circles. Set aside.
- For the cake, preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Cream the butter and sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time and beat until light. Mix in the vanilla. In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt and walnuts. Add the dry ingredients to the egg mixture alternately with the milk, mixing just to combine. Spread the batter evenly over the apples. Bake until the cake springs back when touched in the center, about 1 hour. Let stand for 10 minutes and invert onto a cake plate. Let cool. Serve slightly warm.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 431, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 62 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 11 grams, Sodium 190 milligrams, Sugar 40 grams, TransFat 1 gram
VANILLA WALNUT CRESCENTS
Friends look forward to receiving a gift of these crescents. They're my all-time favorite cookies. The pastry is tender and flaky, and the vanilla flavor comes through beautifully. -Betty Lawton, Pennington, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 50m
Yield 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine flour and salt; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolk, sour cream and vanilla; add to crumb mixture and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight., Divide dough into thirds. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion into a 10-in. circle. Combine the walnuts, sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle 1/4 cup over each circle. Cut each circle into 12 wedges., Roll up each wedge from the wide end and place point side down 1 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Curve ends to form crescents. Whisk egg white until foamy; brush over crescents. Sprinkle with remaining nut mixture., Bake at 350° for 18-20 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 110 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 48mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
WALNUT APPLE DESSERT
The neighbor who shared this recipe with me predicted that I'd serve it often, just as she has for more than 30 years. It's easy to put together and is wonderfully fruity. I like to serve it with ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. -Diann Mallehan, Grand Rapids, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place apples in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup brown sugar and cinnamon. In a bowl, cream butter and remaining brown sugar. Beat in eggs. Stir in flour and 1/2 cup walnuts. Spread over apples. Sprinkle with remaining walnuts., Bake at 350° for 45-55 minutes or until the apples are tender. Serve warm, with ice cream if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 362 calories, Fat 17g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 136mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
APPLE WALNUT CAKE WITH CREAM CHEESE FROSTING
Apples are plentiful this time of year, and this cake is one of my favorite recipes using this delicious and nutritious fruit.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h10m
Yield 12-15 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large bowl, beat together eggs, sugar, oil and vanilla. Combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt; mix into the batter. Fold in apples and nuts. , Spread into a 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 325° for 50-60 minutes or until cake tests done. Cool. , For the frosting, combine all ingredients in a small bowl. Whip until smooth and spread over cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 409 calories, Fat 18g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 268mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
APPLE PIE CRESCENTS
All the flavor of apple pie without the fuss!
Provided by Pillsbury
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Pillsbury® Crescents
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375 degrees F. Line cookie sheet with cooking parchment paper. Set aside.
- In small bowl, toss apple slices in melted butter; set aside. Separate dough into 8 triangles.
- In small bowl, mix brown sugar and apple pie spice. Divide mixture evenly among triangles. Top each triangle with apple slice. Starting at long side of each triangle, wrap dough around apple. Place on cookie sheet. Brush with remaining butter.
- Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until crescents are deep golden brown and apples are softened. Cool 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.7 calories, Carbohydrate 21.9 g, Cholesterol 11.4 mg, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 256.1 mg, Sugar 12.3 g
CRAN-APPLE WALNUT CAKE
I rely on applesauce to keep this crowd-pleasing cake tender and moist. The blend of nuts, cranberries and apples complements the subtle hint of wheat flour for terrific taste.-Martha Pollock, Oregonia, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 50m
Yield 15 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a bowl, beat the egg, egg whites, brown sugar, oil, applesauce and vanilla. , Combine the dry ingredients; stir into applesauce mixture just until blended. Fold in the apples, cranberries and walnuts. Pour into a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. , Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Dust with confectioners' sugar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 248 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 262mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
FRESH APPLE WALNUT CAKE
Moist cake with wonderful flavor that improves the next day. Needs no frosting.
Provided by LEEMERC
Categories Desserts Nut Dessert Recipes Walnut Dessert Recipes
Time 1h10m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan. Sift together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. Set aside.
- Combine the apples and the white sugar; set aside. In a large bowl, mix together the brown sugar, oil, eggs and vanilla. Stir in the apple mixture, then the flour mixture. Fold in the walnuts.
- Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 544.8 calories, Carbohydrate 64.9 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 30.3 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 219.8 mg, Sugar 38.5 g
APPLE WALNUT SQUARES
I MAKE "apple everything" in fall when the new crop is in, and I was happy to add this delicious recipe to my apple dishes. A lady at church shared it with me. Sometimes I'll top the squares with a cream cheese frosting, especially if I'm having company. -Leona Pecoraro, Ravenden, Arkansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 45m
Yield 12-16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a bowl, cream shortening and sugar; beat in egg. Combine flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well (dough will be stiff). Stir in apples. , Spread batter into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Combine brown sugar, walnuts, cinnamon and vanilla; sprinkle over batter. , Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Cool. Cut into squares.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 235 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 199mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
Tips:
- Properly measuring ingredients: Use measuring cups and spoons to ensure accurate measurements, as this directly affects the final outcome of the recipe.
- Chilling the dough: Chilling the dough before baking helps to firm it up, making it easier to handle and resulting in a flakier texture.
- Working with crescent rolls: If the crescent roll dough is too soft, place it in the refrigerator for a few minutes to firm it up. When separating the dough, be gentle to prevent tearing.
- Filling preparation: Make sure the apple filling is not too wet, as this can make the dough soggy. If needed, drain any excess liquid from the apples before mixing them with the other ingredients.
- Baking the crescents: Bake the crescents until they are golden brown, as this indicates that they are cooked through. Keep an eye on them during baking to prevent overcooking.
Conclusion:
The Apple Walnut Crescents are a delightful treat that combines the flavors of sweet apples, crunchy walnuts, and a flaky crescent roll dough. By following the tips and instructions provided in the recipe, you can easily create these delicious pastries at home. Whether you're enjoying them for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet snack, these crescents are sure to be a hit. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on this culinary adventure today!
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