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Cranberry Cream Cheese Crescent Bites

Cranberry Cream Cheese Crescent Bites for Effortless Entertaining

These Cranberry Cream Cheese Crescent Bites are easy to make and perfect for any gathering, combining a creamy filling with tart cranberry for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • Crescent Roll Dough Any pre-made pastry dough can be used if needed.
For the Filling
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese, softened Ensure it's at room temperature for easy mixing.
  • ¼ cup Powdered Sugar Maple syrup can be used for a lower-sugar option.
  • ½ tsp Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla extract for the best flavor.
  • ½ cup Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce If unavailable, raspberry or any tart jam can work.
For the Topping
  • Optional Topping (e.g., chopped pecans or orange zest) Omit for nut allergies or use pumpkin spice for a seasonal twist.

Equipment

  • mini muffin tin
  • Mixing bowl
  • hand mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease or line a mini muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine 4 ounces of softened cream cheese, ¼ cup of powdered sugar, and ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. Unroll the crescent roll dough and slice each triangle in half lengthwise. Press each piece into the prepared muffin cups.
  4. Spoon about 1 teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture into each dough cup, then top with 1 teaspoon of whole berry cranberry sauce.
  5. Optional: Sprinkle chopped pecans or a touch of orange zest on top for added texture and flavor.
  6. Bake for 11-13 minutes or until the dough is golden brown and puffed.
  7. Let the bites cool for about 5 minutes, then gently lift out and transfer to a cooling rack. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 4IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve warm for the best flavor and texture. These bites are always a crowd-pleaser!

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