HEAVENLY RASPBERRY CREAM CHEESE BITES
Introduction:
Give your tastebuds a delightful surprise with the Heavenly Raspberry Cream Cheese Bites. Not only do they look delightful, but with every bite, they provide a burst of flavor from the raspberry preserves encapsulated in the softness of cream cheese, all tucked into a crispy crescent roll.
Why make this recipe?
This simple and quick recipe is perfect for those who are looking for a sweet and tangy treat. The soft and creamy cream cheese combined with the slight tartness of raspberry makes every bite truly heavenly.
How to make Heavenly Raspberry Cream Cheese Bites:
Ingredients:
– 1 package (8 oz) crescent roll dough
– 4 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 1/3 cup raspberry preserves
– Fresh raspberries for garnish
– Powdered sugar for dusting
Directions:
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Roll out the crescent dough and cut it into 24 individual triangles.
3. Mix together the cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth in a bowl.
4. Stack a small spoonful of the cream cheese mixture on the wider end of each triangle.
5. Layer a 1/2 teaspoon of raspberry preserves on top of the cream cheese mixture.
6. Roll each triangle gently starting from the wide end rolling toward the point.
7. Lay the bites with the seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
8. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or when they turn golden brown.
9. Let them cool slightly after removing them from the oven. Dust with powdered sugar and garnish with fresh raspberries, based on your preference.
How to serve Heavenly Raspberry Cream Cheese Bites:
These bites can be served warm or cold. They pair up perfectly well with a hot cup of tea or coffee.
How to store Heavenly Raspberry Cream Cheese Bites:
These raspberry bites can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for about 24 hours. If planning to store them longer, keep them in the refrigerator.
Tips to make Heavenly Raspberry Cream Cheese Bites:
– Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easy mixing.
– For a less sweet version, you can reduce the quantity of sugar.
– Always let the bites cool before dusting with powdered sugar to prevent it from melting.
Variation:
For a different flavor profile, substitute raspberry preserves with any other fruit preserve of your choice.
FAQs:
1. Can I replace the granulated sugar with a sugar substitute?
– Yes. You may use any sugar substitute that allows equal conversion.
2. Can I use any other fruit preserve?
– Yes. The taste may vary slightly, but you can use any fruit preserve of your preference.
3. Can these bites be frozen for later use?
– Yes, but ideally, they taste better when fresh. If you want to freeze them, do not dust them with powdered sugar. When ready to serve, reheat in the oven and then dust with powdered sugar.