Description
Cranberry Cream Cheese Crescent Bites are the ultimate indulgent snack, perfect for any gathering. With their flaky crescent dough enveloping a creamy filling of rich cream cheese and tangy cranberries, these bites deliver an irresistible blend of flavors and textures in just minutes. Ideal for holiday parties or cozy nights at home, they are sure to impress your guests and become a favorite treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (8 oz) crescent roll dough
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, sugar, chopped cranberries, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Unroll crescent dough and separate into triangles.
- Place 1 tablespoon of filling at the wide end of each triangle and roll toward the point. Place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown. Cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: - For a quicker cream cheese softening method, cut it into small cubes and let it sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes. - Experiment with spices or add-ins like chopped nuts or citrus zest for unique flavor variations.