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Cranberry Cream Cheese Crescent Bites Recipe

Cranberry Cream Cheese Crescent Bites Recipe
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Delightful Cranberry Cream Cheese Crescent Bites combine flaky crescent roll dough with a smooth, sweetened cream cheese filling and tangy whole berry cranberry sauce. These bite-sized treats are perfect for holiday gatherings, brunches, or as a festive appetizer. Optional toppings like chopped pecans or orange zest add a touch of crunch and zestiness.

Ingredients

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Crescent Dough

  • 1 can crescent roll dough (8-count)

Cream Cheese Filling

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

Filling and Toppings

  • ½ cup whole berry cranberry sauce
  • Optional: chopped pecans or orange zest for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare muffin tin: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease or line a mini muffin tin to prevent sticking and set aside.
  2. Make cream cheese filling: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and creamy with no lumps.
  3. Prepare dough cups: Unroll the crescent roll dough and cut each triangle in half to make smaller pieces. Press each half triangle firmly into the cups of the mini muffin tin, forming little dough cups with edges slightly rising above the rim.
  4. Fill dough cups: Spoon about 1 teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture into each dough cup, then top with approximately 1 teaspoon of whole berry cranberry sauce, layering the flavors nicely.
  5. Add optional toppings: If desired, sprinkle chopped pecans or a bit of orange zest on top of each filled cup to add texture and aromatic brightness.
  6. Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 11 to 13 minutes, or until the crescent dough is golden brown and cooked through.
  7. Cool and serve: Remove from oven and allow the bites to cool slightly in the pan before removing. Serve warm or at room temperature for best flavor.

Notes

  • Use softened cream cheese to ensure a smooth filling without lumps.
  • Whole berry cranberry sauce adds texture and bursts of flavor, but you can substitute with jellied cranberry sauce for a smoother spread.
  • Chopped pecans add a nice crunch; walnuts or sliced almonds work as alternatives.
  • Orange zest enhances the citrus flavor which pairs beautifully with cranberries; fresh lemon zest can be a substitute.
  • These bites are best eaten within 1-2 days, but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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