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Pizza Candy Cane Crescent

Pizza Candy Cane Crescent: Fun Holiday Snack Everyone Loves

Delight in the festive and playful Pizza Candy Cane Crescent, a gooey and customizable holiday snack everyone loves.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 1 minute
Total Time 26 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 roll Refrigerated Rolled Crescent Dough Alternative: Homemade dough for a fresher taste.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Prepared Pizza Sauce Alternative: Ranch dressing or garlic butter for dipping.
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Alternative: Dairy-free mozzarella for a vegan version.
  • 1 cup Pepperoni Slices Alternative: Cooked sausage, sautéed veggies, or omit for a vegetarian option.
For the Topping
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds Optional: Omit or substitute with poppy seeds for variation.
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves Alternative: Fresh oregano or arugula can be used as a delightful substitute.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • parchment paper
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Unroll the refrigerated crescent dough and cut each triangle lengthwise to create 16 smaller triangles. Lay them side by side on parchment paper, overlapping slightly, and press the seams together.
  3. Spread prepared pizza sauce evenly over the dough. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese, then layer with pepperoni slices.
  4. Fold the pointed ends of the dough over the filling, tucking them underneath to shape like a candy cane.
  5. Transfer the candy cane crescent on parchment paper to a baking sheet, sprinkle sesame seeds on top, and bake for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Let cool for a minute, garnish with fresh basil, and serve warm with warmed pizza sauce for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Serve warm for the best experience, maximizing the gooey cheese. Explore different sauces or fillings to customize your Pizza Candy Cane Crescent.

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