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Golden Crescent Roll Cheese Bites

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This dish features golden, flaky crescent rolls filled with cubes of mozzarella and sharp cheddar cheeses, accented by Italian herbs and fresh chives or parsley. The rolls are brushed with a garlic butter mixture and sprinkled with grated Parmesan before baking until perfectly puffed and golden. Best served warm, these cheese bites are an easy, savory snack or appetizer that combines gooey cheese and a buttery crust for a satisfying bite.

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Updated on Fri, 12 Dec 2025 12:23:00 GMT
Golden Savory Rolls: Crescent Roll Baked Cheese Bites, overflowing with melted cheese, ready to eat. Pin
Golden Savory Rolls: Crescent Roll Baked Cheese Bites, overflowing with melted cheese, ready to eat. | orchardcrust.com

Golden, flaky crescent rolls filled with gooey melted cheese and a touch of herbs, perfect as an appetizer or snack.

Ingredients

  • Dough: 1 can (8 oz / 226 g) refrigerated crescent roll dough
  • Cheese Filling: 120 g (4 oz) mozzarella cheese, cut into 8 cubes
  • Cheese Filling: 40 g (1.5 oz) sharp cheddar cheese, cut into 8 cubes
  • Cheese Filling: 1 tbsp fresh chives or parsley, finely chopped (optional)
  • Cheese Filling: 1/2 tsp dried Italian herbs
  • Topping: 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • Topping: 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • Topping: 1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

Step 1:
Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2:
Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate into 8 triangles.
Step 3:
Place one cube of mozzarella and one cube of cheddar at the wide end of each triangle. Sprinkle with Italian herbs and chopped chives or parsley, if using.
Step 4:
Roll up each triangle, starting at the wide end, and tuck the ends to seal the cheese inside.
Step 5:
Arrange the rolls on the prepared baking sheet, seam side down.
Step 6:
Mix the melted butter and garlic powder. Brush the tops of the rolls with the mixture.
Step 7:
Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
Step 8:
Bake for 13 15 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
Step 9:
Let cool 2 3 minutes before serving.
Warm, cheesy Savory Rolls: Crescent Roll Baked Cheese Bites, fresh out of the oven, with a buttery glaze. Pin
Warm, cheesy Savory Rolls: Crescent Roll Baked Cheese Bites, fresh out of the oven, with a buttery glaze. | orchardcrust.com

Required Tools

Baking sheet parchment paper pastry brush small bowl knife

Allergen Information

Contains Wheat (gluten), Milk (dairy), possibly egg (check crescent roll dough ingredients) Check all labels for allergens if using store bought dough

Nutritional Information

Calories: 175 Total Fat: 10 g Carbohydrates: 15 g Protein: 6 g

Close-up of baked Savory Rolls: Crescent Roll Baked Cheese Bites, showing the flaky layers and golden crust detail. Pin
Close-up of baked Savory Rolls: Crescent Roll Baked Cheese Bites, showing the flaky layers and golden crust detail. | orchardcrust.com

This recipe is a simple and delicious snack perfect for any occasion

Recipe Q&A

→ What type of cheese works best for the filling?

Mozzarella and sharp cheddar cubes provide a gooey, flavorful center; you can also substitute brie or goat cheese for variety.

→ How do I prevent the rolls from leaking cheese during baking?

Seal the dough edges tightly when rolling and ensure the ends are tucked well to keep the cheese inside while baking.

→ Can I make these bites ahead of time?

You can prepare the rolls and refrigerate them before baking; bake fresh when ready to serve for best texture.

→ What baking tools are recommended?

A baking sheet lined with parchment paper and a pastry brush for applying garlic butter topping are essential for even baking and flavor.

→ What dips pair well with these cheese bites?

Marinara sauce or pesto complement the rich, cheesy flavors and add a pleasant contrast to the flaky crust.

Golden Crescent Roll Cheese Bites

Flaky crescent rolls encase melted mozzarella and cheddar with herbs and Parmesan topping.

Prep time
15 min
Cook time
15 min
Overall time
30 min
Created by Ruby Hensley


Skill Level Easy

Cuisine American

Makes 8 Portions

Dietary Info Vegetarian

What You Need

Dough

01 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough

Cheese Filling

01 4 oz mozzarella cheese, cut into 8 cubes
02 1.5 oz sharp cheddar cheese, cut into 8 cubes
03 1 tbsp fresh chives or parsley, finely chopped (optional)
04 1/2 tsp dried Italian herbs

Topping

01 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
02 1/4 tsp garlic powder
03 1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese

Steps

Step 01

Preheat oven: Set oven temperature to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 02

Prepare dough: Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into 8 triangles.

Step 03

Add cheese and herbs: Place one mozzarella cube and one cheddar cube at the wide end of each triangle. Sprinkle with Italian herbs and chopped chives or parsley if desired.

Step 04

Roll dough: Roll up each triangle starting from the wide end, sealing the cheese inside by tucking the ends.

Step 05

Arrange rolls: Place the rolls seam side down on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 06

Add topping: Combine melted butter and garlic powder, then brush evenly over the roll tops.

Step 07

Sprinkle cheese: Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the rolls.

Step 08

Bake: Bake for 13 to 15 minutes until rolls are golden brown and puffed.

Step 09

Cool and serve: Let the rolls cool for 2 to 3 minutes before serving.

Needed Tools

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Pastry brush
  • Small bowl
  • Knife

Allergen Warnings

Read ingredient labels to spot allergens. If unsure, consult your doctor or a specialist.
  • Contains wheat (gluten), milk (dairy), and possibly egg depending on dough ingredients.

Nutrition Details (for each serving)

These figures are intended for reference—not as a substitute for medical guidance.
  • Calorie Count: 175
  • Fats: 10 g
  • Carbohydrates: 15 g
  • Proteins: 6 g