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Cheesy Crescent Roll Leaves Recipe

Cheesy Crescent Roll Leaves Recipe
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Cheesy Crescent Roll Leaves are a delightful and easy-to-make appetizer featuring buttery crescent dough shaped into leaf patterns, brushed with melted butter, topped with shredded cheddar cheese and flavorful seasonings, then baked to golden perfection. Perfect for parties or a savory snack.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 tube Pillsbury Crescent Recipe Creations Seamless Dough Sheets
  • Flour, for dusting the cutting board
  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted
  • 4 ounces finely shredded cheddar cheese (or a mix of colored cheeses)
  • Italian seasoning, paprika, parsley, or Parmesan bread dipping mix for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure it’s hot and ready for baking your crescent leaves.
  2. Prepare Dough: Unroll the crescent dough sheet onto a cutting board dusted lightly with flour to prevent sticking.
  3. Cut Shapes: Using leaf-shaped cookie cutters, cut out leaf shapes from the dough and place them on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Brush with Butter: Brush each dough leaf generously with melted butter to help them crisp and brown nicely as they bake.
  5. Add Cheese: Sprinkle finely shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the buttered leaves.
  6. Season: Sprinkle Italian seasoning, paprika, parsley, or Parmesan bread dipping mix over the cheese for an extra burst of flavor.
  7. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 6-8 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the dough edges are golden brown.
  8. Optional Cleanup: If there is any excess cheese hanging off the leaves, trim it using the same cookie cutter or kitchen shears for a neat presentation.
  9. Serve Warm: Serve the cheesy crescent roll leaves warm as a tasty snack or appetizer.

Notes

  • Use a variety of cheeses such as Monterey Jack or mozzarella for different flavors and colors.
  • If you don’t have leaf-shaped cutters, use any small cookie cutters or simply cut wedges for a rustic look.
  • Brush the dough leaves thoroughly with butter to ensure a golden crust and to help toppings stick.
  • For a spicy twist, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red chili flakes along with the seasoning.
  • Serve with marinara or ranch dipping sauce for added flavor.

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