Save Golden, flaky crescent rolls filled with gooey melted cheese and a touch of herbs, perfect as an appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
- Dough: 1 can (8 oz / 226 g) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- Cheese Filling: 120 g (4 oz) mozzarella cheese, cut into 8 cubes, 40 g (1.5 oz) sharp cheddar cheese, cut into 8 cubes, 1 tbsp fresh chives or parsley, finely chopped (optional), 1/2 tsp dried Italian herbs
- Topping: 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted, 1/4 tsp garlic powder, 1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate into 8 triangles.
- Step 3:
- Place one cube of mozzarella and one cube of cheddar at the wide end of each triangle. Sprinkle with Italian herbs and chopped chives or parsley, if using.
- Step 4:
- Roll up each triangle, starting at the wide end, and tuck the ends to seal the cheese inside.
- Step 5:
- Arrange the rolls on the prepared baking sheet, seam side down.
- Step 6:
- Mix the melted butter and garlic powder. Brush the tops of the rolls with the mixture.
- Step 7:
- Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Step 8:
- Bake for 13 15 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
- Step 9:
- Let cool 2 3 minutes before serving.
Save Required Tools
Baking sheet, Parchment paper, Pastry brush, Small bowl, Knife
Notes
For extra flavor, add a thin slice of ham or salami with the cheese. Swap mozzarella for brie or goat cheese for a twist. Serve with marinara or pesto for dipping. Best enjoyed warm.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 175, Total Fat: 10 g, Carbohydrates: 15 g, Protein: 6 g
Save Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What type of cheese works best for these rolls?
Mozzarella and sharp cheddar provide a balanced melt and flavor, but you can substitute with brie or goat cheese for variation.
- → Can I add herbs to enhance the flavor?
Yes, fresh chives or parsley combined with dried Italian herbs add a fragrant and fresh herbal note.
- → Should the rolls be served warm or cold?
They are best enjoyed warm to savor the gooey melted cheese and flaky texture.
- → Is it possible to include meat in these bites?
Adding a thin slice of ham or salami inside each roll offers a savory twist and extra flavor.
- → What side dips complement these crescent bites?
Marinara sauce or pesto make excellent dips to enhance the taste profile.