Turkey Cranberry Crescent Ring
A delightful and warming dish featuring buttery crescent rolls filled with savory turkey and tangy cranberry sauce, perfect for using up leftovers and impressing at gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Crescent Ring
- 2 packages refrigerated crescent roll dough Choose a quality brand for the best puff.
For the Filling
- 2 cups cooked turkey, shredded or chopped Leftover turkey is perfect; any cooked chicken works too.
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce Use canned or homemade; the sweetness is delightful.
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or Swiss cheese Mix cheeses or try fontina for a creamy twist.
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise or cream cheese Mayonnaise gives tang, while cream cheese adds richness.
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard Adjust to taste; choose mild or spicy.
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder Or use fresh minced garlic for extra aroma.
- 1/2 tsp salt Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
- 1/4 tsp black pepper Enhances flavor without overpowering.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Unroll the crescent dough on the baking sheet, arranging the triangles in a circular pattern with the pointed ends facing outward.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooked turkey, cranberry sauce, cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until everything is evenly combined.
- Spoon the filling onto the wide ends of the crescent dough, creating a circular mound and fold pointed ends over the filling to seal it.
Baking
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and fragrant.
- Let cool for about 5 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Don’t overstuff the crescent ring to avoid a messy bake. Using fresh ingredients amplifies taste. Rotate the pan halfway through for even baking.