Can I make these with homemade dough instead of crescent rolls?

Absolutely! A homemade pastry dough works beautifully, though it will require additional time. Make sure it's rolled to about the same thickness as crescent dough for similar baking times.

How far in advance can I make these for a party?

For best results, bake the crescent cups and ears up to a day ahead, and store in an airtight container. Prepare the filling in advance too, but assemble within an hour of serving for the freshest presentation and texture.

What can I use if I don't have a mini muffin tin?

Regular muffin tins will work - just cut larger circles of dough (about 3-4 inches) and adjust the baking time up by a few minutes. You'll end up with fewer, larger bunny bites.

Can I make these vegetarian/vegan?

For vegetarian, the recipe already works! For vegan versions, look for dairy-free crescent rolls and substitute the cream cheese, sour cream, and Parmesan with plant-based alternatives. There are excellent vegan cream cheese options that work wonderfully in dips.

Easter Bunny Crescent Bites Recipe

Description

A festive and delightful treat perfect for Easter celebrations! These buttery, flaky crescent bites filled with creamy spinach-artichoke dip and topped with adorable bunny ears are not only delicious but also fun to prepare with family. They make for an impressive appetizer sure to impress all your guests.

Ingredients

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Crescent Roll Dough and Garnish

2 cans Crescent Roll Dough
1 tbsp fresh herbs (chopped, such as parsley or chives)

Spinach-Artichoke Dip

1/3 cup artichoke hearts (from can, drained and chopped)
1/3 cup frozen spinach (thawed, excess moisture squeezed out, and chopped)
2 tablespoons onion (finely diced)
4 ounces cream cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 tsp minced garlic
1/2 tsp salt

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Instructions

Prepare the Oven and Bakeware
Preheat your oven to 350℉. Spray a mini-muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking the crescent dough and bunny ears.
Prepare the Crescent Roll Dough
Unroll the cans of crescent roll dough and gently pinch the seams together to create two large rectangles. Using a round cookie cutter or an upside-down glass, cut out 2–3″ circles (you should get 8 rounds total, 4 from each sheet). Press each crescent roll circle into the greased mini-muffin tin and pierce the bottoms with a fork.
Shape the Bunny Ears
Use the leftover crescent roll dough scraps to cut out 8 sets of bunny ears (16 individual ears) about 1–1.5 inches tall. A sharp knife will help achieve clean cuts. Place the ears on the parchment-paper-lined baking sheet.
Bake the Crescent Dough
Bake the bunny ears for 3-5 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning. Bake the crescent roll circles in the muffin tin for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the oven when done.
Form Wells in Crescent Bites
After removing the crescent roll bites from the oven, use the back of a wooden spoon to gently press down the center of each bite to create a hollow well for the filling. Set these aside to cool.
Prepare the Spinach-Artichoke Dip
In a mixing bowl, combine all the spinach-artichoke dip ingredients: artichoke hearts, chopped spinach, onion, cream cheese, sour cream, parmesan cheese, garlic, and salt. Make sure the ingredients are well combined. Note that you’ll have leftover dip that can be paired with chips for another appetizer.
Assemble the Crescent Bites
Using a small spoon, scoop about 1–1.5 tablespoons of the prepared spinach-artichoke dip into the wells of each crescent roll bite. Carefully press a pair of crescent bunny ears into the filling for the festive touch.
Garnish and Serve
Sprinkle with chopped parsley or chives for garnish and enjoy these adorable, delicious Easter Bunny Crescent Bites!

Notes

If you don’t have a round cookie cutter, a glass or jar flipped upside down works perfectly to cut out dough rounds.
You can prepare the spinach-artichoke dip up to a day in advance and refrigerate it to save time.
These bites are best served warm but can also be enjoyed at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 crescent bite
Calories: 200
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 390mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 16g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 25mg