The Apple Cherry Bomb, a delightful twist on classic dessert flavors, delivers a burst of fruity flavor. This delectable dessert combines the tartness of cherries with the sweetness of apples, all wrapped in a delicate pastry shell and baked to golden perfection. Whether served as a special occasion dessert or as a satisfying snack, the Apple Cherry Bomb will tingle your taste buds and leave you craving more. Prepare to experience a flavor explosion with each bite of this delectable creation.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup cherry pie filling
- 1 cup diced apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 package (8 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
- Vanilla ice cream, for serving (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
- Prepare the Filling:
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cherry pie filling, diced apples, lemon juice, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Mix well to coat the apples evenly with the sugar and spices. Set aside.
- Assemble the Bombs:
- Unroll the refrigerated crescent roll dough onto a clean surface. Separate the dough into triangles along the perforated lines.
- Spoon a small amount of the apple cherry filling onto the wide end of each crescent roll triangle.
- Roll Up the Bombs:
- Roll up each crescent roll triangle, starting at the wide end and tucking the edges to seal in the filling. Place the rolled-up bombs seam side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush with Butter:
- Brush the melted unsalted butter over the surface of each Apple Cherry Bomb.
- Bake the Bombs:
- Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the Apple Cherry Bombs are golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- Cool and Dust with Powdered Sugar:
- Remove the Apple Cherry Bombs from the oven and let them cool slightly on the baking sheet. Once cooled, dust them with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve the Apple Cherry Bombs warm, either on their own or topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent treat.
Tips:
- Feel free to customize the filling by adding chopped nuts, raisins, or a sprinkle of brown sugar for additional flavor and texture.
- These Apple Cherry Bombs can be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven before serving. Simply store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes.
The Apple Cherry Bomb is a delicious and irresistible dessert that combines a fruity filling with a flaky pastry shell. Whether enjoyed on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, this delectable creation is sure to please. So, make a batch of these Apple Cherry Bombs and prepare to savor the explosion of flavors in each bite!