Description
A tender, golden pastry roll filled with a luscious, creamy blueberry mixture. This easy party appetizer is quick to make, crowd-pleasing, and perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough (8 oz)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp lemon zest (about half a lemon)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- 3/4 cup fresh blueberries (or frozen, thawed and drained)
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 egg, beaten (for brushing)
- Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
- Fresh mint leaves, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
- Fold in blueberries and sprinkle in flour. Stir gently to avoid smashing the berries.
- Unroll crescent dough onto the parchment-lined baking sheet. Pinch seams together to make one solid rectangle. Flatten slightly with a rolling pin if needed.
- Spoon the cream cheese mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border on all sides.
- Starting from one long side, carefully roll the dough into a log. Pinch the seam to seal and place seam-side down on the baking sheet. Tuck ends under slightly.
- Brush the top and sides of the roll with beaten egg.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, until golden brown and firm to the touch. Tent loosely with foil if browning too quickly.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes. Slice into 1-inch pieces with a serrated knife or pizza cutter.
- Dust with powdered sugar and garnish with mint leaves if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
For gluten-free or dairy-free adaptations, use suitable crescent dough and cream cheese alternatives. Do not overfill the roll to prevent bursting. Cool before slicing for clean cuts. Prep filling ahead for efficiency. Use fresh blueberries for best texture; if using frozen, thaw and dry well. Wipe knife between slices for neat presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 1/8 of the roll)
- Calories: 125
- Sugar: 7
- Sodium: 210
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 14
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
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