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Colorful platter of golden-brown crescent roll bites filled with vibrant red cranberries and creamy cheese, garnished with fresh herbs on a rustic wooden surface

Cranberry Cream Cheese Crescents – Easy Fall Appetizer

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A quick and delightful appetizer featuring crescent rolls filled with cranberry and cream cheese, baked to golden perfection, ideal for festive fall gatherings.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 bites

Ingredients

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  • 1 package crescent roll dough
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries or dried cranberries
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup sugar (optional for sweetening)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)
  • Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Unroll the crescent dough and cut into triangles or rectangles.
  4. Spread a layer of the cream cheese mixture onto each dough piece.
  5. Top with cranberries evenly distributed across each.
  6. Roll up each piece into crescents and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
  9. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired, serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • You can use dried cranberries for a chewy texture.
  • Adjust sweetness by adding more or less sugar based on preference.
  • Serve with a drizzle of honey or a side of cranberry sauce for extra flavor.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece
  • Calories: 120 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 9g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg