Golden Crescent Cheese Bites (Printable)

Flaky crescent rolls filled with mozzarella and cheddar cheese, topped with herbs and garlic butter.

# What you'll need:

→ Dough

01 - 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough

→ Cheese Filling

02 - 4 oz mozzarella cheese, cut into 8 cubes
03 - 1.5 oz sharp cheddar cheese, cut into 8 cubes
04 - 1 tbsp fresh chives or parsley, finely chopped (optional)
05 - 1/2 tsp dried Italian herbs

→ Topping

06 - 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
07 - 1/4 tsp garlic powder
08 - 1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese

# Method:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into 8 triangles.
03 - Place one cube each of mozzarella and cheddar at the wide end of each triangle. Sprinkle Italian herbs and chopped chives or parsley if using.
04 - Roll up each triangle from the wide end, tucking the ends to seal the filling inside.
05 - Place the rolls on the prepared baking sheet with the seams facing down.
06 - Combine melted butter with garlic powder and brush the mixture onto the tops of the rolls.
07 - Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the rolls evenly.
08 - Bake rolls for 13 to 15 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.
09 - Let the rolls cool for 2 to 3 minutes before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to prepare in under 30 minutes
  • Delicious blend of mozzarella and cheddar cheeses
02 -
  • Use fresh herbs for the best flavor
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days
03 -
  • Brush the rolls generously with butter mixture for a golden crust
  • Seal the edges tightly to prevent cheese from leaking out while baking
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