Calling all cherry lovers! If you're seeking a delightful and indulgent treat that will tantalize your taste buds, look no further than the cherry cream cheese crescent ring. This delectable pastry combines the sweet tanginess of cherries, the creamy richness of cream cheese, and the flaky, buttery layers of crescent dough to create a dessert that is both visually stunning and incredibly satisfying. With its vibrant red cherries peeking out from between the golden-brown crescent layers, this ring is sure to be the star of any gathering, whether it's a holiday celebration, a potluck dinner, or a simple weekend brunch.
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VERY CHERRY CRESCENT RING
My mother used to prepare this pretty coffee cake on Christmas Eve for our family to enjoy the next morning after opening gifts. It's an easy way to add an elegant touch to a holiday breakfast or brunch. -Karen Sevensky, Hackettstown, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 45m
Yield 16 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. Reserve 3 tablespoons cherries for topping. For filling, beat cream cheese, sugar and extract until smooth. Stir in 3/4 cup pecans and remaining cherries., On a lightly floured surface, unroll crescent dough into one long rectangle; press perforations to seal. Fold dough lengthwise in half; roll into an 18x12-in. rectangle. Spread filling over top to within 1 in. of edges. Roll up tightly jelly-roll style, starting with a long side; pinch seam to seal., Transfer to a greased baking sheet, seam side down; shape into a ring, pinching ends to seal. Using kitchen scissors, start at outside edge and cut two-thirds of the way through the ring at 1-in. intervals. Separate sections slightly and twist to show filling., Bake until golden brown, 20-30 minutes. (Cover loosely with foil if it browns too quickly.) , Using two large spatulas, remove from pan to a wire rack. Mix confectioners' sugar, milk and extract; spoon over warm coffeecake. Top with reserved cherries and, if desired, additional pecans.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 273 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 268mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.
CHERRY CREAM CHEESE CRESCENT RING
Provided by Jen
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350.
- Beat creamy cheese with sugar and vanilla until fluffy.
- Unroll crescent dough and separate.
- On a pizza pan place triangles overlapping with long pointed ends outward. So that there is about a 6" circle left in the middle of the pan.
- Spread cherries over the lapped dough area.
- Spread dollops of cream cheese mixture over the cherry filling.
- Fold pointed ends of crescents over the filling and pinch into lapped dough to seal.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Mix Powdered sugar and milk until smooth glaze forms.
- Drizzle glaze over ring.
CHERRY CREAM CRESCENTS
You'll need refrigerated crescent dough and just four more ingredients to assemble these fruity filled rolls from Elouise Bullion of Kingsville, Texas. "My family and friends love them," she notes. "I never have any left over."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 35m
Yield 16 rolls.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar and egg yolk. Separate dough into 16 triangles; place on lightly greased baking sheets., Spread 1 tablespoon cream cheese mixture near edge of short side of each triangle. Top with 1 tablespoon pie filling. Fold long point of triangle over filling; tuck under dough. Lightly beat egg white; brush over rolls. , Bake at 350° until golden brown, 15-20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 182 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 164mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.
CHERRY CREAM CHEESE DESSERT
This dessert is the ideal way to get your cherry fix, especially when they're not in season. Lovely enough to serve to guests who don't need to know how quick and easy it is to make. Nice served with a dollop of whipped cream.
Provided by lutzflcat
Categories Cherry Desserts
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine shortbread cookie crumbs, butter, and sugar in a small bowl; set aside.
- Combine cream cheese, yogurt, condensed milk, lemon juice, almond extract, and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Using an electric mixer, beat until smooth.
- Add about 1 tablespoon of cookie mixture to the bottom of four 8-ounce canning jars or small dessert dishes. Spoon or pipe in a layer of the cream cheese mixture, followed by a layer of cherry pie filling. Repeat this layering once more.
- Move desserts to the refrigerator to chill for at least 30 minutes or longer before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 803.1 calories, Carbohydrate 106.8 g, Cholesterol 79.1 mg, Fat 35.8 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 13.2 g, SaturatedFat 17.4 g, Sodium 541.5 mg, Sugar 32.8 g
CHERRY CRESCENT RING
I found this recipe in a Pillsbury bake-off cookbook. It makes a beautiful presentation is also delicious.
Provided by Chris from Kansas
Categories Breakfast
Time 50m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375 degrees.
- Grease cookie sheet.
- Reserve 5 cherries and chop remaining.
- In small bowl, combine chopped cherries, cream cheese, almonds, sugar and almond extract; mix well. Set aside.
- Separate each can crescent dough into 2 large rectangles. Overlap long sides of 4 rectangles and firmly press edges and perforations to seal.
- Roll or pat out to form a rectangle about 15X13 inches.
- Spread cherry mixture over dough.
- Starting at longer side, roll up, pressing edges to seal.
- On greased cookie sheet, place seam side down. Form into a ring, firmly pressing ends together.
- With a sharp knife, cut almost through ring at 1-inch intervals. Turn each section slightly on its side.
- Bake at 375 for 20 to 30 minutes or until golden brown. If necessary, cover with foil during last 5 minute to prevent excessive browning.
- In small bowl, combine all glaze ingredients; mix well.\.
- Drizzle warm coffeecake with glaze. Garnish with sliced amonds and reserved cherries.
- Store in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 446.9, Fat 18.3, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 50.2, Sodium 474.4, Carbohydrate 60.8, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 30.4, Protein 11.6
Tips:
- Use cold crescent dough: This will help the dough to rise properly and prevent it from becoming too oily.
- Soften the cream cheese: This will make it easier to mix with the other ingredients and create a smooth filling.
- Use fresh cherries: Fresh cherries will give the ring the best flavor. If you are using frozen cherries, be sure to thaw them completely before using.
- Drain the cherries well: This will help to prevent the filling from becoming too watery.
- Chill the ring before serving: This will help the filling to set and make it easier to slice.
Conclusion:
This cherry cream cheese crescent ring is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet cherries, creamy cheese, and flaky crescent dough is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a special dessert to make, give this cherry cream cheese crescent ring a try. You won't be disappointed!
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