Easy Crescent Roll Cherry Pie Bites (Ready in 20 Minutes!)
Get ready for your new favorite shortcut dessert! These Cherry Pie Bites are incredibly simple to make with crescent roll dough and canned pie filling, ready from start to finish in about 20 minutes. Perfect for a quick sweet treat or easy entertaining.
Equipment
- Standard Muffin Tin
- Small bowl
- Spoon
- Whisk
Ingredients
- 1 can cherry pie filling 21 oz
- 2 tubes refrigerated crescent roll dough 8 oz each
- 1 cup powdered sugar For the glaze
- 1-2 tbsp milk To thin the glaze
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grab a standard muffin tin and give the inside of each cup a light spritz with nonstick cooking spray.
- Unroll the tubes of crescent roll dough. Carefully place each individual triangle piece into the cups of your prepared muffin tin. Gently press the widest part of the triangle into the bottom of the cup, letting the point drape up the sides to form a little dough cup.
- Using a spoon, carefully spoon 3 to 4 heaping tablespoons of cherry pie filling into each crescent roll cup. Leave a little room at the top so you can close them.
- Take the points of the crescent roll dough hanging over the edge and gently fold them over the filling. Press the edges together as best you can to try and enclose the filling. They won't be completely sealed, and that's fine.
- Pop the muffin tin into your preheated oven. Bake for about 13-14 minutes, or until golden brown and puffy. Carefully remove them from the oven.
- While the cherry bites are still warm, make the glaze. In a small bowl, measure out your powdered sugar. Add 1 tablespoon of milk to start. Whisk it together until smooth. If it seems too thick, add another tablespoon of milk, a little at a time, whisking after each addition, until you get a nice, pourable glaze consistency.
- Using a spoon, drizzle the glaze generously over the warm cherry bites right in the muffin tin. Let them cool in the tin for a few minutes before carefully removing them.
- Serve them warm and enjoy!
Notes
Substitutions & Additions: Try other canned fruit pie fillings like apple, blueberry, or peach. Whisk a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg into the glaze, or add a tiny drop of almond extract or lemon zest for extra flavor. For added texture before baking, sprinkle filling with cinnamon sugar or streusel crumbs.
Tips for Success: Greasing the muffin tin is essential for easy removal. Avoid overfilling the cups to prevent mess (3-4 tbsp is usually right). Add milk to the glaze slowly to control consistency. Glaze while warm for best results.
Storage: Store cooled bites in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2-3 days. Refrigerate in warm/humid conditions or if storing longer. Reheat in a toaster oven or regular oven at 300°F for a few minutes, or microwave (dough may soften).