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Close-up of golden-brown crescent roll bites filled with creamy cream cheese and vibrant red cranberries, garnished with fresh herbs, arranged on a white plate with a rustic wooden background, highlighting their flaky texture and festive appeal.

Cranberry Cream Cheese Crescent Bites for a Festive Fall Appetizer

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A quick and easy fall appetizer featuring flaky crescent rolls filled with creamy cream cheese and topped with tart cranberries, perfect for holiday gatherings.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 bites

Ingredients

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  • 1 package crescent roll dough
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Unroll crescent dough and cut into triangles.
  3. Mix softened cream cheese with honey or maple syrup.
  4. Spread a spoonful of cream cheese mixture onto each triangle.
  5. Place cranberries on top of the cream cheese filling.
  6. Roll up the triangles, starting from the wide end, to form crescents.
  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 thyme or rosemary if desired and serve warm.

Notes

  • Substitute dried cranberries if fresh are unavailable.
  • Serve with a drizzle of honey for extra sweetness.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bite
  • Calories: 120 Kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg