Baked Cream Cheese Appetizer

Baked Cream Cheese Appetizer
45 min.
8
206kcal

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Baked Cream Cheese Appetizer: A Delectable Starter for Any Occasion

Looking for a simple yet impressive appetizer that's sure to impress your guests? Look no further than this Baked Cream Cheese Appetizer! With just a handful of ingredients and a total time of 45 minutes, this dish is the perfect addition to any antipasti, snack, or party menu. Each serving comes in at a modest 206 calories, making it a guilt-free indulgence.

This scrumptious appetizer starts with a base of 8 ounces of cream cheese, perfectly seasoned with a hint of dried dill weed. It's then wrapped in a delicate blanket of 8 ounces of refrigerated crescent roll dough, creating a savory, flaky treat. The finishing touch is a brushed layer of beaten egg yolk, which adds a golden sheen and a subtle richness to the dish.

Baked to perfection at 350 degrees Fahrenheit, this appetizer requires just 15 to 18 minutes in the oven, making it a breeze to prepare. Serve it warm, straight from the oven, and watch as your guests devour every last bite. Whether you're hosting a casual get-together or a more formal event, the Baked Cream Cheese Appetizer is sure to be a hit. So why wait? Give this delightful dish a try at your next gathering, and elevate your appetizer game to new heights!

Ingredients

  • ounce cream cheese 
  • 0.5 teaspoon dill dried
  •  egg yolk beaten
  • ounce regular crescent rolls refrigerated

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Unroll dough on a lightly floured surface; press together seams to form a 12 x 4 inch rectangle.
  2. Sprinkle one side of the cream cheese with half of the dill weed.
  3. Place brick of cream cheese dill side down in center of dough.
  4. Sprinkle dill on top of cream cheese. Enclose cream cheese by bringing sides of dough together and pressing edges to seal.
  5. Place dough on lightly greased cookie sheet.
  6. Brush with beaten egg.
  7. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 15 to 18 minutes.
  8. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Calories206kcal
Protein5.85%
Fat69.65%
Carbs24.5%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.38
Glycemic Load
0.42
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
1.8673913293397%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:205.85kcal
10.29%
Fat:16.45g
25.3%
Saturated Fat:8.49g
53.08%
Carbohydrates:13.02g
4.34%
Net Carbohydrates:13.01g
4.73%
Sugar:3.91g
4.35%
Cholesterol:52.93mg
17.64%
Sodium:312.77mg
13.6%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.11g
6.21%
Vitamin A:416.84IU
8.34%
Selenium:3.7µg
5.28%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.54%
Phosphorus:39.45mg
3.94%
Calcium:31.52mg
3.15%
Iron:0.48mg
2.67%
Vitamin B5:0.23mg
2.29%
Vitamin E:0.3mg
2.01%
Vitamin B12:0.11µg
1.77%
Folate:5.84µg
1.46%
Zinc:0.2mg
1.3%
Vitamin B6:0.02mg
1.24%
Potassium:41.94mg
1.2%
Source:Allrecipes