Looking to add a touch of whimsy and flavor to your next spring gathering? Our Stuffed Crescent Roll Carrots are not only adorable and festive, but they're also incredibly tasty!
1 can (8 oz) Pillsbury™ Original Crescent Rolls or 1 can (8 oz) Pillsbury™ Original Crescent Dough Sheet
8 oz cream cheese, softened
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
¼ cup fresh chives, chopped
1 teaspoon lemon zest
¼ teaspoon salt
16 small fresh parsley sprigs
Instructions:
Preheat the Oven: Set the oven to 400°F (200°C). Shape the foil sheets into cone-like molds by rolling them from the shorter ends.
Prepare the Dough: Place the dough on a clean surface. For crescent rolls, press along the seams to seal. Use a pizza cutter or sharp knife to slice the dough lengthwise into 8 strips, each 1 inch wide.
Form the Carrots: Wrap a strip of dough around each foil cone, starting from the pointed end and working upwards. Arrange the cones on a cookie sheet, spaced 1 inch apart.
Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 7 to 9 minutes, or until the crescents are golden brown. Remove from the oven and cool on a wire rack. Gently remove the foil molds once they are cool.
Make the Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, chopped parsley, chives, lemon zest, and salt. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth.
Assemble: Spoon or pipe the cream cheese filling into each crescent carrot. Garnish each with two sprigs of parsley to resemble the top of a carrot.