Description

Delight your family with these simple and adorable Easter Bunny Crescent Bites. Flaky golden crescent roll dough is filled with savory or sweet fillings, shaped into cute bunny forms, and baked to perfection. Perfect for Easter brunches or festive spring gatherings, these charming bites are quick to prepare, kid-friendly, and highly customizable to suit different tastes and dietary needs.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

Crescent roll dough (quantity according to package size, typically 8 oz or one tube)
Shredded cheese (approximately 1 cup, cheddar, mozzarella, or blend)
Sliced deli meat (about 4 oz, such as ham, turkey, or chicken)
Egg wash (1 large egg beaten with 1 tbsp water)
Black sesame seeds or peppercorns (a few, for bunny eyes)

Optional Filling Variations

Cream cheese and fruit preserves (for sweet option, approx. 1/2 cup cream cheese plus 1/4 cup preserves)
Spinach, mushrooms, and mozzarella (for vegetarian version, about 1/2 cup cooked spinach and mushrooms, 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella)
Hot sauce or chopped jalapeños (to taste, for spicy twist)
Fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme (1 to 2 tbsp, finely chopped, for herb-infused filling)
Gluten-free crescent dough (as substitute for regular dough to accommodate gluten-free diet)

Instructions

Prepare Your Workspace: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lay out the crescent roll dough on a clean surface, separating each triangle gently to make shaping easier.
Assemble the Filling: Place shredded cheese and your choice of deli meat or other fillings onto the wider base of each crescent triangle, ensuring an even distribution but avoiding overfilling.
Shape the Bunnies: Roll each crescent from the base toward the tip, then carefully curl the two small ends at the top to form bunny ears. Maintain distinct shapes without rolling too tight so the dough bakes evenly.
Add Bunny Eyes: Brush each bunny bite with egg wash to ensure a golden, glossy finish. Place black sesame seeds or small peppercorns near what will be the head to mimic cute bunny eyes.
Bake Until Golden: Arrange the shaped bunnies on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the crescent bites puff up and turn a beautiful golden brown.

Notes

Use cold crescent dough for easier rolling and shaping without sticking.
Avoid overfilling the crescent triangles to prevent leakage during baking.
Apply egg wash evenly using a pastry brush to achieve uniform browning.
Bake just until golden to keep the bites tender and flaky.
Place bunny eyes before baking to ensure they adhere well and don’t fall off.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
Category: Appetizers
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 bites
Calories: 180
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 300mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: Easter, crescent rolls, appetizers, snacks, baked, savory, sweet, kid-friendly, festive, gluten-free option