Description
Delightfully cute and savory crescent roll bunnies filled with a creamy cheddar and cream cheese mixture, flavored with garlic and Italian herbs, perfect for a fun appetizer or snack. These easy-to-make baked treats are garnished with sesame seeds and feature adorable bunny ear shapes for a festive touch.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough
- 1 can crescent roll dough (8-count)
Filling
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- ½ tsp dried Italian herbs (optional)
For Brushing and Decorating
- 1 tbsp butter, melted (for brushing)
- 1 tbsp sesame or poppy seeds (for decorating, optional)
- Black sesame seeds or peppercorns (for bunny eyes, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Prepare the Filling: In a bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and dried Italian herbs until well mixed. This creamy filling will add delicious savory flavor to your bunnies.
- Shape the Bunnies: Cut each crescent roll dough triangle in half lengthwise to make thinner pieces. Roll each piece into a crescent shape, then pair two to create one bunny: one piece forms the body and the other the head. Pinch the top of the head piece carefully to create bunny ears that stand up.
- Fill and Decorate: Spoon a small amount of the cheese filling onto each bunny. Brush the surface with melted butter to help achieve a golden color. Sprinkle sesame or poppy seeds for a decorative touch, and use black sesame seeds or peppercorns to create cute bunny eyes if desired.
- Bake: Place the bunnies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes or until they turn golden brown and puffed. Let them cool slightly before serving to allow the cheese filling to set.
Notes
- Optional garlic powder and Italian herbs can be omitted for a milder flavor.
- Use parchment paper to avoid sticking and easy cleanup.
- For a sweeter version, swap cheddar and garlic for cinnamon sugar filling.
- Prepare the crescent dough just before baking for best puff and texture.
- These bunnies are best served warm but can be refrigerated and reheated gently.
