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Cranberry Cream Cheese Crescent Bites

Delicious Cranberry Cream Cheese Crescent Bites for Fall

Cranberry Cream Cheese Crescent Bites are a delightful autumn snack, blending sweet and tart flavors into a flaky, buttery treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 1 can Crescent Roll Dough Use store-bought for convenience.
For the Cream Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Ensure it's softened for easier mixing.
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar Substitute with granular sugar if needed.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be a delightful substitute.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce Use homemade or canned, avoid jellied versions.
  • Optional Toppings Chopped pecans or orange zest.

Equipment

  • mini muffin tin
  • Mixing Bowl
  • hand mixer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a mini muffin tin by greasing or lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Unroll the crescent roll dough and slice each triangle in half. Press each piece into the prepared muffin cups.
  4. Place approximately 1 teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture into each dough cup, followed by another teaspoon of cranberry sauce.
  5. Sprinkle with optional toppings like chopped pecans or orange zest, if desired.
  6. Bake for 11-13 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
  7. Carefully remove the bites from the muffin tin and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mg

Notes

These bites are versatile; feel free to experiment with different fruit preserves or spices to suit your taste.

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