Cranberry Cream Cheese Crescent Bites
Cranberry Cream Cheese Crescent Bites are a delightful combination of flaky crescent dough, rich cream cheese, and tart cranberry sauce. These scrumptious bites make the perfect appetizer for any gathering or a cozy snack during the holidays. With their sweet and savory flavors, each bite is sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more. Quick to prepare and visually appealing, they are a crowd-pleaser that will elevate your party spread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 bites 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (8 oz) crescent roll dough
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Unroll the crescent dough and cut it into triangles. Place about one tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture at the wide end of each triangle and top with cranberry sauce.
- Roll up each triangle tightly from the wide end to the tip.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites (40g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in chopped nuts or using different fruit preserves like raspberry or cherry. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days; reheat in the oven for optimal crispiness.