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Cranberry Cream Cheese Crescent Bites

Cranberry Cream Cheese Crescent Bites for Festive Feasts

Delightful Cranberry Cream Cheese Crescent Bites, perfect for festive gatherings and brunches, combine creamy, tangy, and sweet flavors in a flaky pastry.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract pure preferred
  • 1/2 cup Cranberry Sauce homemade or thick store-bought
  • 1 tbsp Orange Zest optional; substitute with lemon zest if preferred
For the Dough
  • 1 package Crescent Roll Dough fresh
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Pecans optional; can be swapped with chopped almonds or walnuts

Equipment

  • Oven
  • electric mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese on medium speed until smooth and creamy. Gradually blend in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
  3. Unroll the crescent roll dough on a flat surface and separate the dough into triangles, stretching them slightly.
  4. Spread a tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture on the wide end of each triangle and add a teaspoon of cranberry sauce on top.
  5. Roll each triangle toward the point, sealing the edges tightly to keep the filling inside.
  6. Place the rolled crescents on the prepared baking sheet, spaced about an inch apart, and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and serve warm garnished with powdered sugar or additional cranberries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 40mgSugar: 4gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.2mg

Notes

For best texture, serve immediately after baking. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, with a paper towel to help maintain crispness.

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