Savory Turkey and Cranberry Crescent Ring
This stunning crescent ring features tender turkey and tangy cranberry sauce nestled with melted cheese inside golden, flaky pastry. It transforms holiday leftovers into an impressive meal that’s both comforting and festive.
Ingredients
- 2 cans 8 oz each refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 2 cups cooked turkey shredded or chopped
- 1 cup cranberry sauce whole berry preferred
- 1 cup shredded cheese Swiss, Gruyere, or white cheddar work best
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves or 2 teaspoons dried
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 egg beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, 1/2 cup of shredded cheese, thyme, garlic powder, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Mix until well incorporated and set aside.
- Unroll the crescent dough and separate it into triangles. On your prepared baking sheet, arrange the triangles in a circle with the wide ends overlapping in the center and the points facing outward, creating a sun-like shape.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture over the overlapped portions of the dough in the center, forming a ring.
- Layer the turkey evenly on top of the cream cheese mixture, making sure to keep it within the inner circle.
- Carefully spoon the cranberry sauce over the turkey layer, distributing it evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheese over the cranberry layer.
- Fold the pointed ends of the triangles over the filling and tuck them under the inner circle of dough, creating a ring where some of the filling is still visible in the center.
- Brush the dough with beaten egg to ensure a golden, shiny finish when baked.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the crescent ring is deep golden brown and the dough is completely cooked through.
- Allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before sprinkling with fresh parsley, slicing, and serving.
Notes
- For an extra savory touch, add a thin layer of Dijon mustard to the cream cheese mixture.
- The ring can be assembled up to 4 hours before baking; just keep it refrigerated and covered with plastic wrap.
- If using leftover cranberry sauce that’s very runny, strain some of the liquid first to prevent a soggy bottom.
- For serving, consider placing a small bowl of warm gravy or additional cranberry sauce in the center of the ring.
- This dish reheats beautifully in a 300°F oven for 10-15 minutes.