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Turkey Cranberry Crescent Ring Recipe (2025 Holiday Favorite!)

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A golden, buttery crescent ring filled with leftover turkey, cranberry sauce, and creamy cheese—perfect for reinventing your holiday leftovers into a crowd-pleasing showstopper.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 68 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cans crescent roll dough
  • 2 cups cooked turkey (shredded or chopped)
  • 1/2 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
  • 4 oz cream cheese (or brie/goat cheese)
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
  • 1/4 cup leftover stuffing crumbs (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onions or chives (optional)
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • Pinch of sea salt or rosemary for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Unroll crescent dough and arrange triangles in a sunburst shape with short edges overlapping in the center and points facing outward.
  3. Spread a thin layer of cream cheese in a circle around the inner ring (avoid the edges).
  4. Evenly layer turkey, cranberry sauce, and any optional add-ins over the cheese.
  5. Fold the pointed ends of dough over the filling and tuck under the center ring to seal.
  6. Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle with sea salt or rosemary if desired.
  7. Optional: Chill the assembled ring in the fridge for 10–15 minutes to help it set.
  8. Bake for 20–25 minutes, until golden brown. Tent with foil if top browns too quickly.
  9. Let rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Feel free to swap in rotisserie chicken, different cheeses, or even puff pastry in a pinch. Add a festive touch with garnishes like fresh rosemary or orange slices for serving.

  • Author: Sabella Sachi
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 310
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 580mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 13g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg