Description
Quick Cream Cheese Crescent Bites deliver delightful Mediterranean-inspired flavors in one perfect appetizer. Small crescents packed with tangy cream cheese and herbs promise a delectable starter that welcomes guests with warm, elegant simplicity.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cans (8 ounces/226 grams each) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1 package (8 ounces/226 grams) cream cheese, softened
Filling Ingredients:
- ½ cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Glaze Ingredients:
- 1 cup (120 grams) powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg white (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Carefully unroll the crescent roll dough onto a clean, flat surface. Smooth out the perforations by gently pressing them together to create uniform dough sections, which will help achieve consistent bite-sized treats.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the softened cream cheese, egg yolk, vanilla extract, and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes silky and thoroughly blended.
- Distribute a precise dollop of the cream cheese mixture onto the center of each dough section, carefully folding the edges to create a delicate pocket that partially reveals the creamy filling.
- Whisk the reserved egg white with a fork and delicately brush a thin, even layer over the assembled bites to promote a rich, golden-brown exterior during baking.
- Position the prepared bites on the parchment-lined baking sheet, maintaining adequate spacing between each piece to allow for proper expansion and even browning.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, watching closely to achieve a perfectly golden, puffy texture without overcooking.
- While the bites are cooling, craft the glaze by combining powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl, adjusting the liquid-to-sugar ratio to create a smooth, drizzle-friendly consistency.
- Once the bites have slightly cooled, artfully drizzle the glaze over the top, allowing it to set for a few minutes before serving these delectable cream cheese crescent bites.
Notes
- Prepare this delightful treat in under 30 minutes for a quick and impressive snack that will wow your guests.
- Ensure cream cheese is fully softened at room temperature to create a smooth, lump-free filling that blends perfectly.
- Pinch dough seams carefully to prevent filling from leaking during baking, creating neat and beautiful crescent bites.
- Customize the glaze consistency by adding milk or powdered sugar gradually to achieve your ideal drizzling texture.
- Store leftover bites in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for extended freshness.
- For best results, use fresh crescent roll dough and avoid overworking the dough to maintain a light, flaky texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 260 kcal
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg