Country French Apple Crescent Casserole

Name: Country French Apple Crescent Casserole
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons sugar; 1/2 to 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Original Crescent Rolls (8 Count); 1 large apple, peeled, cut into 8 slices; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/2 cup whipping cream; 1 tablespoon almond extract or amaretto; 1 egg; 1/2 cup sliced almonds; Cinnamon

Prep time:25 min
Total time:1 hr 5 min
Ingredients:10
Servings:8
Calories per serving:280

By Edited by MandyUpdated 02/25/2026

Country French Apple Crescent Casserole

Prep time:25 min
Total time:1 hr 5 min
Ingredients:10
Servings:8
Calories per serving:280

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Sharon Richardson

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This Pillsbury Bake-Off® finalist recipe is full of familiar, cozy flavors that the whole family will enjoy. With sweet apple, cinnamon, and a touch of almond, these rolls bring a symphony of flavors and textures to every bite. The recipe comes together quickly and simply for an easy dessert that you can whip up anytime. Indulge in a warm treat tonight!

Recipe Ingredients

This dish comes together with just a few pantry staples. When you’re ready to start baking, see the full ingredient list below.

Pillsbury™ Original Crescent Rolls: Crescent roll dough creates the outside of these treats, and the product is flaky and delicious! Plus, crescent dough is very easy to use, which saves you significant time and effort.

Apple: This fruit has a familiar, comforting flavor that appeals to people of all ages. Use your favorite apple variety, such as Golden Delicious, Honeycrisp, or Fuji to make this dish your own!

Cinnamon: A distinctive flavor that beautifully complements apples.

Other Ingredients You’ll Need: Sugar, whipping cream, almond extract or amaretto, and an egg make the flavor-packed sauce for this dish. Sliced almonds are great on top for added crunchy texture.

How to Make Country French Apple Crescent Casserole

These are the basic steps to make a Country French Apple Crescent Casserole. When you’re ready to start making this Pillsbury Bake-Off® finalist recipe, see full instructions below.

1. Make the Cinnamon Sugar

In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of sugar and 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of cinnamon.

2. Prepare the Dough

Separate the crescent dough into 8 triangles and sprinkle cinnamon sugar evenly over each. Gently press sugar mixture into each triangle, flattening each piece slightly.

3. Create the Apple Rolls

Place an apple slice on the shortest side of each triangle, and tuck the edges of the dough around the apple slice. Roll up, starting at the shortest side and rolling to the opposite point. Seal all seams. Then, place rolls point side down in an ungreased 9-inch round baking dish or pie plate, placing the long side of 7 filled crescents around the outside edge of the dish and 1 in the center.

4. First Bake

Bake the rolls at 375°F for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown. Remove the baking dish from the oven.

5. Add the Sauce

In a small bowl, beat all the sauce ingredients with a wire whisk until well blended. Spoon sauce evenly over partially baked rolls. Sprinkle them with almonds and cinnamon.

6. Second Bake

Return to the oven and bake for an additional 13 to 18 minutes or until deep golden brown. Serve warm.

How to Store (and Reheat) Country French Apple Crescent Casserole

Leftover Country French Apple Crescent Casserole makes a lovely treat for days to come.

Refrigerator

Store any leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Be sure to refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours of finishing preparation.

Reheating

You can eat this dessert cold out of the refrigerator, if desired. You can also warm by microwaving for about 1 minute, adding 30-second increments until warmed through.