8ozrefrigerated crescent roll doughone 8-count can
4ozcream cheese, softened
0.75cupwhole-berry cranberry sauce
1tbspgranulated sugar
1tspfresh orange zest
0.5tsppure vanilla extract
1tbspmilkfor brushing
1tbspcoarse sugarturbinado, for sprinkling
Instructions
Preparation Steps
Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Beat cream cheese, sugar, orange zest, and vanilla until smooth and fluffy.
Unroll the dough and separate into 8 triangles on the prepared sheet.
Spread a thin layer of the cream cheese mixture on each triangle, leaving a small border.
Spoon a heaping teaspoon of cranberry sauce at the wide end of each triangle.
Roll from the wide end toward the tip, tucking in any exposed filling. Curve into crescents.
Brush tops with milk and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
Bake 11–13 minutes, until puffed and golden. Cool 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Variation: Swap half of the cream cheese with sliced brie for a richer, gooey center. Finish with a light dusting of powdered sugar or a quick orange glaze (powdered sugar + a splash of orange juice).Storage: Keep leftovers covered at room temperature for 1 day or refrigerate up to 3 days. Rewarm in a 325°F oven for 6–8 minutes to crisp.This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Cranberry Stuffed Crescent Rolls flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.