Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls
Delightful and easy appetizer combining creamy cream cheese with pumpkin, perfect for gatherings and parties.
Ingredients
For the filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for easier mixing.
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree Can substitute with sweet potato puree.
- 1/4 cup sugar Optional; can be omitted for a savory version.
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice Adds warm, aromatic flavor.
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract Enhances the sweetness.
For the rolls
- 1 can crescent roll dough Roll out and separate into triangles.
- as needed Pretzel sticks For garnish, to resemble pumpkin stems.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, pumpkin puree, sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Roll out the crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles.
- Place a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture on the wide end of each triangle.
- Roll the dough, starting at the wide end, to form crescent shapes.
- Shape the rolls as desired (e.g., like mini pumpkins).
Baking
- Bake the rolls on a baking sheet for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Once baked, insert a pretzel stick into the top of each roll to resemble a pumpkin stem.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Store leftover rolls in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days. To reheat, use low oven temperature instead of microwave.