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Cranberry Cream Cheese Crescent Bites

Cranberry Cream Cheese Crescent Bites

  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 24 bites 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Cranberry Cream Cheese Crescent Bites are a simple, festive appetizer combining creamy, tangy cream cheese with sweet, tart cranberries, all wrapped in flaky crescent dough. Quick to prepare and perfect for holiday parties, these bites delight both kids and adults with their irresistible flavors and golden, puffed finish.

Ingredients

Scale

Base

  • 1 package crescent roll dough (8 oz)

Filling

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries

Finishing

  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the cream cheese filling: In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and well blended. Stir in the dried cranberries to distribute them evenly through the mixture.
  2. Roll out the crescent dough: Unroll one package of crescent roll dough onto a clean surface and gently press to seal any perforations, creating a solid sheet.
  3. Spread the filling: Evenly spread your cream cheese and cranberry mixture over the dough, leaving a small border along the edges so the filling doesn’t spill out during baking.
  4. Roll and cut: Starting at one edge, roll the dough into a tight log with the filling inside, then slice the log into 1-inch bite-sized pieces.
  5. Bake until golden: Place the bites cut side up on a lined baking sheet, brush with egg wash for a beautiful finish, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 12-15 minutes until golden brown and puffed.

Notes

  • Use room temperature cream cheese to ensure a smoother filling.
  • Seal the dough seams well to prevent filling leakage during baking.
  • Don’t overfill the dough to avoid burst rolls or uneven baking.
  • Brush with egg wash to achieve a golden, appetizing crust.
  • Cool slightly before serving so the filling can set and avoid messy bites.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 pieces
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: cranberry, cream cheese, crescent bites, holiday appetizers, festive snacks, easy appetizer, party food

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