Apple Danish Braid Recipe

This Apple Danish Braid recipe is incredibly easy, using store-bought crescent roll dough for a quick and delicious treat! Skip the scoring with recipe creations crescent roll dough for even simpler prep. Flaky layers of buttery dough encase a sweet and cinnamon-spiced apple filling, creating a stunning braid that's perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this unbelievably easy and satisfying recipe!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 178.1 kcal
Protein 8g
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Ingredients for Apple Danish Braid

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How to Make Apple Danish Braid

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the peeled, cored, and diced apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cornstarch. Toss gently to coat.
  3. Unroll the crescent roll dough onto a lightly floured surface. Press the seams together to form a large rectangle.
  4. Spread the apple filling evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border.
  5. Starting from the long side, tightly roll the dough into a log.
  6. Cut the log in half lengthwise, then gently twist the two halves together to create a braid.
  7. Place the braid on the prepared baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
  9. Let cool slightly before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

28g

Fat

18g

Carbs

7g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Apple Danish Braid?

Apple Danish Braid takes about 70 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Apple Danish Braid?

Apple Danish Braid has approximately 178.1 calories per serving, with about 8 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 12 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Apple Danish Braid?

The key ingredients for Apple Danish Braid are Cream Cheese, Powdered Sugar, Egg, Pecans, Refrigerated Crescent Dinner Rolls, Granny Smith Apples. See the full list with measurements above.

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