Cheese-Stuffed Jalapeño Crescent Bites
These crescent dough bites deliver a cheesy, spicy jalapeño filling with a flaky, golden crust, perfect for easy and impressive appetizers or snacks.
Equipment
- 1 oven
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 baking sheet lined with parchment paper
- 1 brush for egg wash
Ingredients
- 1 can 8 oz refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup diced jalapeños fresh or pickled
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 egg beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Unroll crescent roll dough and separate into triangles.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, diced jalapeños, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
- Spoon the cheese mixture onto the wide end of each crescent triangle.
- Roll the dough from the wide end to the point, enclosing the filling.
- Place rolled crescent bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Brush the tops with beaten egg to achieve a golden finish.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
- Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Add more jalapeños or spicy cheese for extra heat.
- Prepare ahead and refrigerate before baking for convenience.
- Enjoy with ranch or blue cheese dipping sauce.