Description
Festive holiday gatherings sparkle with this delightful Turkey and Cranberry Crescent Ring, blending tender meat, tart cranberries, and flaky pastry into one irresistible centerpiece. Guests will devour this elegant dish that combines classic flavors in a stunning circular presentation perfect for sharing.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb thinly sliced turkey (leftover or deli turkey)
- 1 tube crescent rolls
- 1 (14 oz / 396 g) can whole berry cranberry sauce
- 2 cups shredded Gruyere cheese
Cheese and Cream Ingredients:
- 4 ounces (113 g) chive and onion cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 3 teaspoons finely chopped fresh rosemary or thyme
Seasoning and Topping Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon poppy seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the culinary workspace by heating the oven to 375F (190C) and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Create a circular foundation using crescent roll dough, positioning the wider sections inward with edges slightly overlapping.
- Craft a flavor-enhancing spread by blending cream cheese, Dijon mustard, and rosemary into a smooth mixture, then generously coat the inner dough circle.
- Distribute shredded cheese evenly across the creamy base, creating a tantalizing initial layer.
- Carefully layer turkey slices over the cheese, ensuring slight overlapping for maximum coverage.
- Drizzle cranberry sauce across the turkey, providing a sweet and tangy dimension to the savory base.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese to create a final flavorful barrier.
- Fold the narrow dough sections over the filling, tucking and securing them underneath to form a cohesive ring structure.
- Prepare a golden glaze by combining melted butter with poppy seeds, granulated garlic, and salt.
- Brush the butter mixture generously over the entire dough surface, ensuring complete coverage.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 22-24 minutes until the ring achieves a rich, golden-brown color.
- Allow the ring to rest for 5 minutes after removing from the oven to set the ingredients.
- Optional: Garnish with fresh herbs for an aromatic finishing touch before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Swap turkey with shredded rotisserie chicken for a quick weeknight version that saves preparation time.
- Replace cream cheese with Greek yogurt to reduce fat content and add a tangy protein boost for health-conscious eaters.
- Use gluten-free crescent roll dough to make this recipe celiac and gluten-sensitive friendly without compromising taste.
- Experiment with different cheese blends like smoked gouda or sharp cheddar to create unique flavor profiles that elevate the classic recipe.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22-24 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 305 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 540 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg