Applesauce Crescents

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 0
A sweet and savory treat for breakfast or dessert - Applesauce Crescents recipe
in Pastry

Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

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Ingredients

2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine , softened
1/3 cup white sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 cup grated cheddar cheese
1/3 cup thick , sweetened applesauce
1/2 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
297
Sugar
18g
Fat
15g
Applesauce Crescents are perfect for all occasions; a fancy brunch, an afternoon tea, or a quick breakfast before heading out the door. These crescents are savory and sweet, and the perfect pastry to satisfy your cravings. Filled with thick sweetened applesauce, these crescents have a prominent cinnamon flavor that infuses every bit of the pastry. The crescents are also filled with flavorful cheddar cheese, a great combination with the sweet applesauce. These crescents are perfectly flaky and crispy on the outside, with a soft and cakey inside. They are the perfect pastry for your next party, and are guaranteed to please a crowd.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in sugar and vanilla. Mix in cheese and then applesauce just until dough forms.
3.Mix sugar and cinnamon together in a small bowl. Roll dough into walnut-sized balls. Roll each ball in cinnamon sugar. Place on prepared baking sheet.
4.Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 17 minutes, or until golden. Remove from oven. Let cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

These apple filled crescents are the perfect addition to any brunch, dessert or breakfast occasion.

The combination of cheese and applesauce not only enhances the flavor, but adds extra nutrition.

These crescents are easy to make, and will leave your home smelling amazing for the rest of the day.

CONS

These crescents are high in sugar and butter.

Although it is a nice breakfast or dessert treat, it should be consumed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Applesauce Crescents are a good source of Vitamin C, fiber, and calcium.
This pastry is a great way to use up extra applesauce, a great solution to keep your body hydrated throughout the day.
The high fiber content in applesauce helps regulate healthy digestion.

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