Description

These Thanksgiving Snacks Appetizers are the perfect savory starters for your holiday gathering. With cheesy bites, creamy dips, and easy-to-make pastries, this appetizer spread is loaded with festive flavor. Ideal for parties, potlucks, and cozy family dinners. Keywords: Thanksgiving appetizers, holiday snacks, party bites, festive starters, make-ahead appetizers.

Ingredients

8 oz cream cheese

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1 can crescent roll dough

1 cup cooked sausage crumbles

½ cup cranberry sauce

1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary

1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme

1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage

1 cup crackers or baguette slices

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Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, sausage, and fresh herbs until well combined.

3. Roll out crescent dough and spread filling evenly over it.

4. Add a small dollop of cranberry sauce in the center of each section.

5. Roll, slice, and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

6. Bake for 15–18 minutes or until golden and bubbly.

7. For dips, transfer mixture to a small baking dish, top with extra cheese, and bake until melted.

8. Garnish baked items with fresh herbs and serve with crackers or baguette slices.

Notes

Let the crescent dough come to room temperature before rolling.

Use a mix of cheddar and mozzarella for a gooey cheese pull.

You can prep everything the night before and bake just before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Appetizers
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 appetizer portion
Calories: 220
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 390mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 7g
Cholesterol: 35mg