Cranberry Cream Cheese Crescent Bites
Cranberry Cream Cheese Crescent Bites are the perfect blend of sweet and tangy, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. These delightful bites feature a creamy cream cheese filling paired with tart cranberry sauce, all wrapped in flaky crescent dough. Ideal for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this recipe comes together in under 30 minutes and is sure to impress your family and friends. With their warm aroma and inviting flavors, these mini pastries capture the essence of fall and are great for sharing. Get ready to indulge in a cozy treat that will quickly become a favorite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Total Time: 23 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Unroll the crescent roll dough and cut each triangle in half. Press pieces into greased mini muffin cups.
- Spoon about 1 teaspoon of cream cheese filling into each dough cup, then add another teaspoon of cranberry sauce on top.
- Optional: Sprinkle chopped nuts or orange zest on top.
- Bake for 11-13 minutes until golden brown; let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite (32g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg