Savory Crescent Roll Cheese Bites (Printable)

Flaky crescent dough envelops melted mozzarella and cheddar cheese with herbs for a tasty golden snack.

# 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

# How-To Steps:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to make savory bites
  • Perfect appetizer or snack
02 -
  • For extra flavor add a thin slice of ham or salami with the cheese
  • Swap mozzarella for brie or goat cheese for a twist
03 -
  • Make sure to seal the rolls well to prevent cheese oozing out
  • Brush tops evenly with butter mixture for perfect browning
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