Originally published on November 20, 2018
If you’re hosting a holiday party this year, or just want to give your family a special treat before the big dinner, these Cranberry Crescent Bites are perfect. Best of all, they’re super easy with just a handful of ingredients and a very quick cook time.
Dried cranberries and cream cheese get a slight kick from jalapeño pepper before being (nearly) completely wrapped up and getting a quick bake in the oven. When they come out of that hot oven they’ll warm you from the inside out, too. You can make sure everyone’s gathered around to grab one as soon as they come out of the oven, or serve them at room temperature. The fact that these don’t need to be served piping hot also makes them a great appetizer when you’re entertaining!
This recipe will make 12 crescent bites. If you’re feeding more than that, this recipe can easily be increased by simply doubling each ingredient.
Ingredients:
- 4 ounce cream cheese, softened
- 1 jalapeño pepper, halved with seeds and ribs removed, finely diced (use 1/2 of one if sensitive to heat)
- 3 tablespoons dried cranberries, roughly chopped
- Pinch of salt
- 1 can refrigerated Pillsbury crescent rolls
Directions:
1.) Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.) Place cream cheese, jalapeno pepper, dried cranberries, and salt in a medium-sized mixing bowl. Mix well to incorporate all ingredients together.
3.) Unroll the Pillsbury crescent rolls. Separate the rolls into individual crescents, along the perforated lines.
4.) Place about a tablespoon of the filling into the center of each individual crescent roll. Gently pull the three points of the crescent rolls up over the filling and pinch to seal. As each crescent roll is filled and sealed, place on the parchment paper.
5.) Place the baking sheet into the preheated oven. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until the dough is puffed and golden.
6.) Serve and enjoy your Cranberry Crescent Bites!