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Cranberry Cream Cheese Crescent Bites

Cranberry Cream Cheese Crescent Bites for a Cozy Fall Snack

Cranberry Cream Cheese Crescent Bites are quick, creamy, and perfect for fall gatherings!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 package crescent roll dough An ideal choice for a flaky, buttery base.
For the Filling
  • 4 oz cream cheese Softened, at room temperature for easy blending.
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar Sweetens the cream cheese filling.
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract Use pure vanilla for the best flavor.
  • ½ cup whole berry cranberry sauce Provides tart contrast to the sweet filling.
For Topping (Optional)
  • chopped pecans or orange zest Adds crunch and complexity to flavor.

Equipment

  • mini muffin tin
  • Mixing Bowl
  • hand mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease or line a mini muffin tin.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine 4 oz of softened cream cheese, ¼ cup of powdered sugar, and ½ tsp of vanilla extract.
  3. Unroll the crescent roll dough and cut each triangle in half, pressing them into the muffin cups.
  4. Spoon approximately 1 tsp of the cream cheese mixture into each cup, followed by 1 tsp of cranberry sauce.
  5. Sprinkle optional chopped pecans or orange zest on top.
  6. Bake for 11 to 13 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Allow to cool slightly before serving on a platter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 4gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Serve warm for the best flavor experience. Experiment with different fruit preserves or spices.

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