Apple Fritter Casserole
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Apple Fritter Casserole
Description
Apple Fritter Casserole uses two cans of crescent dough cut into cubes and coated with cinnamon and brown sugar to create a soft, tender base with light caramelized edges. Chopped tart Granny Smith apples are tossed with flour and cinnamon, adding texture and a mild tang. Combined and baked together, the casserole develops golden color and a rich, buttery flavor. A powdered sugar and milk glaze poured on top offers a sweet finish that ties the flavors together without overwhelming the apples' natural brightness.
The cinnamon and brown sugar provide a warm spiced tone reminiscent of apple fritters, while the crescent dough offers a softer alternative to fried dough. This dish can serve as a comforting dessert or a sweet breakfast option during apple season or colder months.
Make sure to allow the casserole to cool slightly before adding the glaze so it sets nicely atop the warm casserole without melting away. The recipe does not include additional spices or toppings, keeping the focus on classic apple fritter flavors.
Ingredients
- 2 cans crescent dough 8 ounce cans, sheets
- 2 apple cored and chopped, Granny Smith variety
- 3/4 cup brown sugar , packed
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1/4 cup butter melted, unsalted
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup milk whole
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees and spray 9x9 inch baking dish with baking spray.
- Cut the crescent sheets into 1" cubes and toss with half the cinnamon and brown sugar in a medium bowl.
- Toss the chopped apples, flour and the rest of the cinnamon together in a large bowl.
- Combine the apples and crescent pieces together and put into your baking dish and pour the melted butter over the mixture.
- Bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until golden brown. Cool 10 minutes.
- Make the glaze by whisking powdered sugar and milk together (microwave 15 seconds if too thick) and pour over your baked casserole just before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 301 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 301kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 35g | 12% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 37mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 305mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 46mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 26g | 52% |
| Vitamin A | 435IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 22mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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