Description
Flaky, golden crescent bites wrapped around a creamy filling of sharp cheddar, crispy bacon, diced jalapeños, and honey.
Ingredients
2 cans (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent roll dough, 16 triangles total
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese
4 strips bacon, cooked crisp and finely chopped
2 medium fresh jalapeños, seeded and finely diced (about 1/4 cup)
1 tablespoon honey, plus 1 teaspoon for finishing
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 large egg, beaten with 1 teaspoon water, for optional egg wash
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Cook the bacon until crisp, drain and let it cool before chopping.
Stir the softened cream cheese, cheddar, chopped bacon, diced jalapeños, 1 tablespoon honey, garlic powder and smoked paprika together until evenly mixed.
Unroll the cold crescent dough and separate into 16 triangles. Keep the unused dough refrigerated as you work.
Place a heaping tablespoon of filling on the wide end of each triangle, dividing all the filling evenly. Leave a small border around the dough edges.
Fold the corners over the filling, then roll toward the pointed tip. Pinch exposed side seams firmly and place each roll seam-side down on the baking sheets with about 2 inches of space between pieces.
Brush the dough lightly with the beaten egg mixture if using; do not brush the filling. Bake for 13–18 minutes, rotating the pans if needed, until puffed, deep golden and fully baked through with no raw dough inside.
Rest the bites for 4–5 minutes to let the hot cheese settle. Warm the remaining teaspoon of honey briefly if thick, then brush or drizzle very lightly over the tops.
Serve warm while the outside is flaky and the cheddar filling is creamy. Warn guests that the filling may be very hot immediately after baking.
Notes
Heat level: remove ribs and seeds for milder bites; leave a little rib for extra heat. Use fully cooked bacon. Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat within 3–4 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 8–10 minutes until thoroughly hot. This recipe is AI-assisted and has not been independently kitchen-tested; adjust baking time to your oven and check the center of the dough.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 crescent bites
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