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Cranberry Cream Cheese Crescent Bites


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  • Author: kira-byrd
  • Total Time: 28 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A quick and tasty treat combining sweet cream cheese and tart cranberry sauce, perfect for parties or snacks.


Ingredients

  • 1 can crescent roll dough (8-count)
  • 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup whole berry cranberry sauce
  • Optional: chopped pecans or orange zest for topping


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F. Grease or line a mini muffin tin.
  2. In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Unroll the crescent roll dough and cut each triangle in half.
  4. Press each piece into the muffin cups to form a base.
  5. Spoon in about 1 teaspoon of the cream cheese filling, then add 1 teaspoon of cranberry sauce on top.
  6. If you want, sprinkle chopped pecans or orange zest on top.
  7. Bake in the oven for 11–13 minutes or until golden brown.
  8. Let them cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Best served warm or at room temperature. Can be customized with different toppings and fruit preserves.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 13 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American