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Pizza Candy Cane Crescent

Pizza Candy Cane Crescent: A Fun Twist on Holiday Snacks

Delight in the festive Pizza Candy Cane Crescent, a fun twist on traditional snacks, combining pizza favorites into a whimsical candy cane shape.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 roll Crescent Dough Refrigerated rolled crescent dough
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Pizza Sauce Rich sauce adds flavor; ranch or garlic butter can be used for dipping
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Substitute with dairy-free mozzarella for a lactose-free option
  • 1 cup Pepperoni For vegetarian option, substitute with roasted red peppers or sautéed mushrooms
For Topping
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds Provides crunch and visual appeal
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves Fresh garnish; swap with oregano or arugula for a different taste

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Unroll the refrigerated crescent dough and cut each triangle in half to form 16 small triangles.
  3. Arrange the dough triangles with bases overlapping slightly to form a long strip, with tips pointing upwards.
  4. Spread pizza sauce over the dough strip, then sprinkle shredded mozzarella and layer pepperoni slices.
  5. Fold the ends of the dough over the filling and gently curve the upper portion to create the candy cane shape.
  6. Transfer to the baking sheet, sprinkle sesame seeds on top, and bake for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Allow to cool slightly, garnish with fresh basil leaves, and serve warm with extra pizza sauce for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm for best flavor, and consider customizing with vegetarian or dairy-free options to cater to guests' preferences.

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