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Crescent Ring Cranberry

  • Author: Avery
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

There’s nothing quite like a warm, golden crescent ring to make any gathering feel instantly festive. This Crescent Ring Cranberry Delight is the perfect balance of creamy, sweet, tangy, and crunchy all wrapped in flaky, buttery dough. Whether you’re hosting a holiday brunch or looking for a stunning centerpiece for your dessert table, this cranberry-cream cheese creation delivers big flavor with minimal fuss. One slice and your guests will think you spent all morning in the kitchen (don’t worry, your secret is safe with us).

Ingredients

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  • 2 cans refrigerated crescent roll dough
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
  • 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • 1 tablespoon sugar (for sprinkling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles. Arrange them in a circular pattern on a baking sheet, overlapping the wide ends to form a ring.
  3. In a mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until silky smooth.
  4. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the wide ends of the arranged crescent dough.
  5. Spoon cranberry sauce over the cream cheese layer, then scatter the chopped pecans on top.
  6. Fold the pointed ends of the crescent triangles over the filling and gently tuck them underneath the ring.
  7. Brush with the beaten egg, then sprinkle with sugar for a lightly sweet, golden finish.
  8. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the ring is puffed and beautifully golden.
  9. Let cool slightly, slice, and serve warm.

Notes

  1. Keep the Dough Cold: Cold crescent dough is easier to handle and holds its shape better during assembly. If it softens too much, pop it in the fridge for a few minutes.
  2. Leak Prevention Tip: Press the overlapping dough pieces firmly together to help seal the base of the ring so the filling stays inside as it bakes.
  3. Watch the Browning: If the top is browning too quickly, tent the ring with foil during the last few minutes of baking to avoid over-browning.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Holiday Dessert / Breakfast Ring
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of ring)
  • Calories: 280 kcal
  • Sugar: ~14g
  • Sodium: ~310mg
  • Fat: ~14g
  • Saturated Fat: ~6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: ~7g
  • Trans Fat: ~0g
  • Carbohydrates: ~33g
  • Fiber: ~1g
  • Protein: ~4g
  • Cholesterol: ~35mg

Keywords: crescent ring, cranberry dessert, holiday brunch, cream cheese pastry, festive ring

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