Description
This Thanksgiving Turkey and Cranberry Crescent Ring is a festive, savory treat featuring tender shredded turkey paired with sweet cranberry sauce, layered on a creamy Dijon mustard and cream cheese spread inside flaky crescent roll dough, baked to golden perfection. It’s a perfect appetizer or light meal for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
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For the Crescent Ring
- 2 cans refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 2 cups cooked turkey, shredded
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and allow for easy cleanup.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and well blended, then set aside.
- Arrange Crescent Dough: Unroll the crescent roll dough and arrange the triangles in a circular ring on the prepared baking sheet. Place the wide ends overlapping in the center and the pointed ends facing outward to create a sun-like shape.
- Spread Filling Base: Evenly spread the prepared cream cheese mixture over the wide parts of the crescent dough, creating a flavorful base layer for the turkey and toppings.
- Add Turkey and Toppings: Distribute the shredded turkey evenly over the cream cheese layer, followed by dollops of cranberry sauce. Sprinkle shredded Swiss cheese over the turkey to add richness and gooey texture when baked.
- Fold Dough Points: Fold the pointed ends of the crescent dough over the filling and tuck them under the wide ends to form a sealed ring, which will encase the filling during baking.
- Bake: Place the assembled crescent ring in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and fully cooked.
- Cool and Garnish: Remove from oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired, then serve warm.
Notes
- Use leftover turkey or rotisserie chicken as a convenient shortcut.
- Fresh cranberry sauce or canned can be used depending on availability and taste preference.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute cream cheese and Swiss cheese with plant-based alternatives.
- Ensure crescent dough edges are well sealed to prevent filling leakage during baking.
- This dish can be served as an appetizer or a light main course during Thanksgiving or holiday meals.
