Save to Pinterest 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 to Pinterest Best enjoyed warm.
Common Recipe Questions
- → What cheeses are used in these crescent rolls?
Mozzarella and sharp cheddar cheeses are used, both cut into cubes for a melty filling inside the rolls.
- → Can I add herbs to enhance flavor?
Yes, Italian dried herbs along with fresh chives or parsley add a savory note that complements the cheese perfectly.
- → How do I achieve a flaky golden crust?
Brushing the tops with melted butter mixed with garlic powder before baking helps create a beautifully golden and flaky crust.
- → Are there suggestions for different fillings?
You can swap mozzarella for brie or goat cheese, or add thin slices of ham or salami for extra flavor variations.
- → What is the best way to serve these rolls?
Serve warm, paired with dipping sauces like marinara or pesto to enhance the savory experience.