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Colorful arrangement of golden crescent-shaped pastry bites topped with vibrant red cranberries and creamy white cream cheese filling, garnished with fresh herbs on a rustic wooden platter, styled with seasonal autumn leaves and a soft-focus background highlighting a cozy fall setting.

Festive Cranberry Cream Cheese Crescent Bites for Fall Celebrations

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These cranberry cream cheese crescent bites are an easy and festive appetizer, combining flaky pastry, creamy filling, and tart cranberries for a perfect fall treat.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 20 bites

Ingredients

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  • 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries, chopped
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 package crescent roll dough
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese, chopped cranberries, sugar, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
  3. Unroll crescent roll dough and cut into triangles or rectangles.
  4. Spread a spoonful of cranberry cream cheese mixture onto each dough piece.
  5. Roll or fold the dough over the filling to form bites and place on prepared baking sheet.
  6. Brush with beaten egg for a golden finish.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
  8. Garnish with herbs if desired and serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Feel free to add a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg to the filling for extra flavor.
  • Can be prepared ahead and baked just before serving.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 bites
  • Calories: 120 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 150 mg
  • Fat: 8 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 10 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Cholesterol: 20 mg