Cranberry Cream Cheese Crescent Bites

Cranberry Cream Cheese Crescent Bites

Author: Chef Elsa Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 15 min Total Time: 25 min
Yield: 16 servings Category: Appetizers Cuisine: American Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Description Bite-sized pockets of tart-sweet cranberry and creamy cream cheese wrapped in flaky crescent dough, perfect for any gathering.

Ingredients

  • 2 (8-ounce) cans refrigerated crescent roll dough
  • 8 ounces full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup whole berry cranberry sauce, well-drained
  • 1 large egg, beaten (optional, for egg wash)
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar or coarse sparkling sugar (optional, for topping)
  • For the Optional Glaze:
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 – 3 tablespoons milk (any type)
  • 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth.
  2. Gently fold in the cranberry sauce.
  3. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  4. Unroll and separate the dough into 16 triangles.
  5. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of filling onto each triangle and roll them up, leaving a border to prevent leaking.
  6. Place on baking sheet seam-side down.
  7. Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with sugar if desired.
  8. Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Let cool for 5 minutes.
  10. For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract and drizzle over cooled bites.
  11. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  1. Notes
  2. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently for best results.