Crescent Rolls with Cheese
Warm, cheesy, and irresistibly flaky Crescent Rolls with Cheese make a quick and easy snack or appetizer. Combining buttery crescent dough with a mild, creamy cheese blend, these bite-sized treats are ready in under 30 minutes and perfect for any occasion, including lunchboxes, parties, or last-minute gatherings.
- Author: Nina
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Total Time: 22-25 minutes
- Yield: 8 crescent rolls 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Diet: Vegetarian
Crescent Roll Dough
- 1 package store-bought refrigerated crescent roll dough (usually 8 oz, 8 triangles)
Cheese Blend
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Additional Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- Prep your oven and dough: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Unroll the crescent roll dough on a flat surface, gently separating it into triangles along the perforated lines without tearing.
- Add the cheese filling: Place about one tablespoon of the cheese blend at the wide base of each dough triangle. If using herbs or spices, sprinkle them evenly over the cheese before rolling.
- Roll into crescents: Starting at the wide base, carefully roll each triangle toward the pointed tip to form a crescent shape. Place each rolled crescent onto a parchment-lined baking sheet with the tip underneath to prevent unrolling during baking.
- Add butter and season: Melt the butter and brush it generously over each roll for a rich, golden finish. Optionally, sprinkle garlic powder and chopped parsley on top for extra flavor and color.
- Bake until golden: Bake in your preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the rolls are puffed up and golden brown. Remove and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Don’t overfill: Too much cheese can cause leaks, so stick to about a tablespoon per crescent.
- Keep dough chilled: Cold dough is easier to handle and rolls more crisply.
- Use parchment paper: Prevents sticking and simplifies cleanup.
- Brush with butter twice: Brush before baking for flavor and right after baking for an extra shine.
- Try shredding cheese yourself: Pre-shredded cheese sometimes has additives that prevent melting properly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crescent roll
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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