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.
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Save Recipe Help & FAQs
- → What type of cheese works best for the filling?
Mozzarella and sharp cheddar cubes are ideal for a gooey, flavorful center, but soft cheeses like brie or goat cheese also work well.
- → Can I add extra ingredients inside the rolls?
Yes, adding thin slices of ham or salami enhances the flavor and adds a savory twist.
- → How do I prevent the rolls from leaking cheese during baking?
Seal the dough ends tightly when rolling and place them seam side down on the baking sheet to keep the cheese contained.
- → What is the best way to serve the crescent roll bites?
Serve warm with dipping sauces like marinara or pesto for added flavor and enjoyment.
- → Can I prepare these bites ahead of time?
You can assemble the rolls ahead and refrigerate them; bake right before serving for best taste and texture.