Best 4 Broccoli Crescent Appetizers Recipes

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Broccoli crescent appetizers are a delicious and easy-to-make snack or side dish that are perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have these tasty treats ready to enjoy in no time. They're perfect for parties, potlucks, or simply as a quick and satisfying snack.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

BROCCOLI CHEDDAR CRESCENT RING



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Your favorite comfort soup finds a cozy home in crescent dough. This shareable ring is perfect as a vegetarian option for a big crowd.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups finely chopped broccoli florets (about 13 ounces)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 ounces cream cheese, diced
Nonstick cooking spray, for greasing the pan
Two 8-ounce tubes refrigerated crescent roll dough
5 slices Cheddar, cut in half (about 5 ounces)
Ranch dressing, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Add the broccoli, oil, crushed red pepper, garlic and 2/3 cup water to a large skillet and stir until combined. Cover and bring to a boil. Let the broccoli steam until bright green and just crisp tender, about 3 minutes. Remove the lid and let the water continue to boil until it is completely evaporated, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and transfer to a medium bowl. Let cool slightly, about 15 minutes. Stir the cream cheese.
  • Coat the back of a baking sheet with cooking spray. Unroll both cans of crescent dough and separate unto 16 triangles. Put a 5-inch ramekin in the center of the prepared baking sheet. Arrange the triangles in a ring around the ramekin so the short sides of the dough are touching the ramekin, overlapping slightly, and the pointed ends are facing outward (it should look like a giant sun).
  • Spoon the broccoli mixture over the short ends of the triangles closest to the ramekin. Cover the broccoli with the cheese slices and remove the ramekin. Take hold of the pointed end of one of the triangles and fold it up and over the filling, tucking the tip under the bottom edge of dough to secure (the dough will not cover the filling completely). Repeat with the remaining triangles (there will be some gaps where you can see the broccoli mixture).
  • Bake until the dough is golden brown and the cheese is melted, about 25 minutes. Let cool for 15 minutes. Use a spatula to slide the ring off the baking sheet onto a platter. Serve with Ranch dressing for dipping.

BROCCOLI CRESCENT APPETIZERS



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Elena Falk's munchable morsels are always a hit at home in Versailles, Ohio. "The golden crescent rolls are almost comfort food with their creamy broccoli and cream cheese filling," Elena says.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 8 appetizers.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups water
8 fresh broccoli florets
1 small garlic clove, minced
2 teaspoons butter
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon dried oregano
Dash pepper
1/3 cup 2% milk
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 tube (4 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add broccoli. Cover and cook for 5 minutes; drain., In another small saucepan, saute garlic in butter. Stir in the flour, salt, oregano and pepper until blended; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cheese until melted. , Separate crescent dough into four triangles; cut each in half, forming two triangles. Press each triangle into an ungreased miniature muffin cup, with corners of dough extending over the edge. , Spoon a rounded teaspoonful of cheese sauce into each cup. Top with a broccoli floret. Fold corners of dough over broccoli (filling will be visible). Bake at 375° for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts :

BROCCOLI-CHEESE CRESCENT SQUARES



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These are so yummy, and easy to make too, a favorite in my house for a long time, they make a great snack or a main meal, served with a side salad. If desired the recipe may be doubled without any problem, it's a good idea to prepare a double batch of these, cause they won't last long!

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup uncooked instant rice (Minute Rice is good)
1/2 cup water
1 (10 ounce) package frozen cut broccoli in cheese sauce, thawed (I use Green Giant brand)
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (or to taste)
salt and black pepper
1 (8 ounce) can refrigerated crescent dinner rolls (Pillsbury is good)
1 -2 tablespoon melted butter or 1 -2 tablespoon margarine
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Lightly grease a cookie sheet.
  • Cook the rice in 1/2 cup water as directed on the package.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the cooked rice, broccoli in cheese sauce, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper and pepper; mix well.
  • Separate the dough into 4 rectangles.
  • Firmly press perforations to seal.
  • Press each to form a 6x3-inch rectangle.
  • Mound generous 1/3 cup of broccoli mixture evenly onto one end of each dough rectangle.
  • Fold and strech dough over the filling; press the edges to seal well (squares will be very full).
  • With a fork, crimp the edges.
  • Place on a cookie sheet.
  • Brush with melted butter, sprinkle with 2 Tbsp of Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake for 19-24 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • ***NOTE***to quickly thaw frozen broccoli package, cut small slit in the center pouch; microwave on HIGH for 2-3 minutes, or until thawed.

CHICKEN BROCCOLI CRESCENT SQUARES



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This is my own creation of a recipe from a local restaurant that closed. This was my favorite along with their Robert Redford Pie. That's a recreation waiting to happen too! You may choose to used canned chicken to have even less prep or make triangles,instead of squares, for appetizers. Great with a salad to complete a light meal.

Provided by LisaS in Central Oh

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 4 squares, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 ounces softened cream cheese
3 tablespoons melted butter
2 cups cooked cubed boneless chicken
1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons milk
1 tablespoon chopped onion
1 (8 ounce) can refrigerated crescent dinner rolls
2 cups lightly steamed chopped broccoli

Steps:

  • Blend cream cheese with butter.
  • Add chicken, salt, pepper, milk, and onion.
  • Spoon 1/2 cup meat mixture onto 2 unseparated "triangles" of dough - this should be a square.
  • Sprinkle top liberally with cooked broccoli.
  • Pull 4 corners to the top center of the mixture and twist slightly to seal edges by pinching.
  • Brush tops with remaining butter.
  • Bake on ungreased cookie sheet for 20-25 minutes in 350 degrees oven until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369.2, Fat 22.4, SaturatedFat 12, Cholesterol 83.6, Sodium 446.8, Carbohydrate 34.3, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 4.2, Protein 8.7

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, vibrant broccoli: Look for broccoli crowns that are deep green and tightly closed. Avoid crowns with yellowing or wilted florets.
  • Cut the broccoli into uniform florets: This will help them cook evenly. Aim for florets that are about 1-2 inches in size.
  • Blanch the broccoli before baking: Blanching helps to preserve the broccoli's bright green color and crisp texture. To blanch the broccoli, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they are tender-crisp. Drain the broccoli and immediately transfer it to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
  • Use a sharp knife to slice the crescent roll dough: This will help to prevent the dough from tearing.
  • Fill the crescent rolls with a generous amount of broccoli and cheese: Don't be afraid to stuff the rolls full, as they will shrink slightly during baking.
  • Brush the crescent rolls with melted butter before baking: This will help them to brown and crisp up in the oven.
  • Bake the crescent rolls until they are golden brown: This will take about 10-12 minutes. Keep an eye on them to make sure they don't overcook.
  • Serve the crescent rolls warm with your favorite dipping sauce: Ranch dressing, marinara sauce, or honey mustard are all great options.

Conclusion:

These broccoli crescent appetizers are an easy and delicious way to enjoy your favorite vegetable. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, or as a quick and easy snack. With their creamy cheese filling and buttery crescent roll crust, these appetizers are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you are looking for a tasty and portable appetizer, give these broccoli crescent appetizers a try. You won't be disappointed!

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