Description
This Crescent Roll Veggie Pizza with Cream Cheese is a delightful and colorful appetizer perfect for gatherings. It features a golden, flaky crescent roll crust topped with a creamy blend of cream cheese and sour cream seasoned with herbs and spices. Fresh, crunchy vegetables like carrots, bell peppers, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, broccoli, and red onion spread evenly on the creamy base make for a refreshing and healthy bite. Optional toppings such as olives, capers, shredded cheese, fresh herbs, and red chili flakes add customizable flavors for every palate. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s an effortless and crowd-pleasing dish.
Ingredients
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Dough
- 2 cans refrigerated crescent roll dough
Cream Cheese Spread
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried dill or Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Vegetable Toppings
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
- 1/2 cup diced cucumbers (seeded)
- 1/4 cup sliced cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons chopped red onion
Optional Toppings
- 1/4 cup black olives (sliced)
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 1/4 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or Parmesan)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (parsley, basil, or cilantro)
- 1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes (for a spicy kick)
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper. Roll out the crescent dough and press the seams together to create a smooth, even layer on the baking sheet.
- Bake the crust: Bake the crust for 10–12 minutes, or until golden brown. Once baked, allow the crust to cool completely.
- Make the cream cheese spread: In a medium mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, dried dill or Italian seasoning, onion powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Blend the spread: Use a hand mixer or whisk to blend the ingredients until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Prepare the vegetables: Wash and dry all vegetables thoroughly. Dice, chop, or shred them into small, uniform pieces to ensure each bite is flavorful and colorful.
- Assemble the pizza: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled crust, leaving a small border around the edges for a clean presentation.
- Add veggie toppings: Arrange the prepared vegetables on top of the cream cheese layer in a single, even layer. Customize with optional toppings as desired.
- Chill before serving: For best results, chill the assembled pizza in the refrigerator for 20–30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and the spread to firm up.
Notes
- Ensure the crescent roll dough seams are pressed well to prevent separation during baking.
- Cooling the crust fully before spreading the cream cheese mix is essential to avoid melting the topping.
- Try different vegetable combinations or add your favorite fresh herbs to customize flavors.
- Keep the pizza refrigerated if not serving immediately to maintain freshness.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute cream cheese and sour cream with vegan alternatives.
