Cranberry Cream Cheese Crescent Bites
Indulge in the flavors of fall with these Cranberry Cream Cheese Crescent Bites, a delightful treat that balances creamy and tart notes in a convenient bite-sized form. Perfect for any occasion—from weeknight dinners to festive gatherings—these easy-to-make bites are sure to impress your guests and family alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings (12 bites) 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
- Optional: chopped pecans or orange zest for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Unroll the crescent roll dough and cut each triangle in half; press pieces into a greased mini muffin tin.
- Spoon 1 teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture into each dough cup, followed by 1 teaspoon of cranberry sauce.
- If desired, sprinkle chopped pecans or orange zest on top.
- Bake for 11–13 minutes until golden brown; allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg