Flaky spinach dip crescent bites baked until golden and creamy. Moreover, this easy appetizer is perfect for parties and family gatherings.
🛒 Ingredients (Makes 16 Bites)
- 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1 cup finely chopped spinach (fresh or frozen, squeezed dry)
- ½ cup cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella or Parmesan
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Salt to taste
🍽️ How to Make Spinach Dip Crescent Bites
Step 1: Prepare the Filling
First, preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F). Meanwhile, mix cream cheese, sour cream, cheese, garlic, spinach, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Step 2: Shape the Crescents
Next, separate crescent dough into triangles. Then, cut each triangle in half.
Step 3: Fill and Roll
After that, spoon a small amount of spinach mixture onto each piece. Carefully roll into mini crescents.
Step 4: Bake
Finally, place on a lined baking tray and bake for 12–15 minutes, or until golden brown.
⭐ Tips for Perfect Crescent Bites
- Firstly, squeeze spinach well to avoid soggy filling.
- Moreover, don’t overfill the dough.
- Additionally, brush tops with butter for extra crispness.
- Finally, serve warm for best flavor.
🔄 Delicious Variations
- Cheesy: Add extra mozzarella or cheddar
- Spicy: Mix in red chili flakes
- Garlicky: Add garlic powder for deeper flavor
- Vegan: Use dairy-free cream cheese and vegan crescent dough
- Protein Boost: Add finely chopped mushrooms
💚 Health Benefits
Spinach Dip Crescent Bites provide calcium, iron, and fiber.
Moreover, spinach supports eye health and immunity.
Because portion sizes are small, these bites fit well into balanced meals.
As a result, they’re indulgent yet mindful.
🧒 Kid-Friendly Version
- Skip garlic and pepper
- Use extra cheese
- Cut into smaller bite-size rolls
- Serve with ketchup or mild dip
🥗 Nutrition Facts (Per Bite – Approx.)
- Calories: 95 kcal
- Protein: 3 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fat: 6 g
- Fiber: 0.6 g
- Sodium: 140 mg
