Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cans (8 count each) refrigerated crescent rolls
- 2/3 cup light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted
- 2 large apples, peeled and finely diced
- 1/2 cup caramel ice cream topping
Special Equipment Needed:
- 9-inch round cake pan
- Aluminum foil
- Rolling pin
- Pastry brush
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a 9-inch round cake pan with aluminum foil.
2. Unroll crescent rolls and separate into 8 triangles. Place triangles in the cake pan, overlapping slightly and pressing together to form a crust.
3. In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Sprinkle over the crescent roll crust.
4. Drizzle melted butter over the crust. Sprinkle diced apples over the crust.
5. Roll out remaining crescent roll dough and cut into strips. Place strips over the top of the apples in a lattice pattern.
6. Drizzle caramel ice cream topping over the top of the lattice.
7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown. Let cool before serving.
Time:
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
Temperature: 375°F
Serving Size: 8
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 467
Fat: 24 g
Carbohydrates: 57 g
Protein: 4 g
Substitutions for Ingredients
- For the crescent rolls, you can use puff pastry instead.
- For the light brown sugar, you can use dark brown sugar.
- For the butter, you can use coconut oil.
- For the apples, you can use pears.
- For the caramel ice cream topping, you can use maple syrup.
Variations:
- For a sweeter version, add 1/4 cup of granulated sugar to the crust.
- For a nutty version, add 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts to the crust.
- For a spicier version, add 1/2 teaspoon of ground ginger to the crust.
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure the crescent roll crust is pressed together firmly before adding the apples and caramel.
- For a crispier crust, brush the top with melted butter before baking.
- For a softer crust, brush the top with heavy cream before baking.
Storage Instructions:
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Reheating Instructions:
Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.
Presentation Ideas:
Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce.
Garnishes:
- Chopped walnuts
- Chopped pecans
- Chopped almonds
- Whipped cream
Pairings:
- Vanilla ice cream
- Caramel sauce
- Cinnamon ice cream
- Whipped cream
Suggested Side Dishes:
- Fruit salad
- Green salad
- Roasted vegetables
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the crust is not browning, increase the oven temperature to 400°F and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
Food Safety Advice:
- Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours of baking.
Food History:
Caramel apple butterflake rolls are a classic dessert that has been around for centuries. It is believed to have originated in the United States in the early 1900s.
Flavor Profiles:
This dish has a sweet and spicy flavor with notes of cinnamon, nutmeg, and caramel.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce.
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Taste: Sweet, Buttery, Caramelized, Apple, Apple-Flavored