Description
Indulge in the cozy flavors of autumn with these delightful Cranberry Cream Cheese Crescent Bites. Perfect for family gatherings or holiday celebrations, this easy-to-make recipe combines buttery crescent rolls with a creamy, sweet filling and tart cranberry sauce. Each bite offers a harmonious balance of flavors that will leave your guests asking for more. With just 10 minutes of prep time, these bite-sized treats are not only quick to prepare but also versatile enough to customize with your favorite toppings or variations. Enjoy them warm out of the oven or make them ahead for a convenient appetizer option during busy festivities!
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
- Optional: chopped pecans or orange zest for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease or line a mini muffin tin.
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Unroll crescent dough and cut each triangle in half; press into muffin cups.
- Spoon 1 teaspoon of cream cheese mixture into each shell, followed by cranberry sauce.
- Optional: Top with nuts or orange zest.
- Bake for 11–13 minutes until golden brown; allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite (28g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg