Description
These Carrot Crescent Rolls are a festive Easter appetizer made with flaky crescent roll dough shaped like carrots. Fill them with sweet or savory options for a delightful spring treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package crescent roll dough
- ¼ tsp water
- A few drops of orange food coloring (or natural alternatives like carrot juice)
- Cream horn molds (or DIY alternatives)
- Filling of choice (cream cheese, egg salad, or sweet options like cheesecake)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven according to crescent roll package instructions.
- Roll out the crescent dough and pinch seams together.
- Cut into ½-inch strips and roll into 7-8 inch ropes.
- Wrap each rope around a mold, starting from the bottom.
- Mix water with food coloring and brush onto the dough.
- Bake as per package instructions until golden brown.
- Let cool completely before removing from molds.
- Fill with desired sweet or savory filling and serve.
Notes
- Use natural food coloring for a healthier option.
- Let the rolls cool before filling to maintain crispiness.
- Garnish with fresh herbs for a realistic carrot top effect.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Easter