Description
Flaky crescent rolls filled with a mix of creamy cheese, tender halal-friendly turkey, wilted spinach, and garlic. These easy, handheld savory bites are perfect for parties and bake beautifully in 25 minutes. Substitute pork-based fillings to make this recipe halal and alcohol-free.
Ingredients
1 tube (14 oz / 400g) crescent roll dough
8 oz (227g) cream cheese (use halal-certified)
4 oz (113g) sliced turkey breast (halal-friendly alternative to ham)
0.5 cup mozzarella cheese (as halal cheddar substitute), shredded
1 cup fresh spinach (or thawed frozen)
2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
Beat cream cheese and minced garlic with a pinch of salt until smooth
Chop turkey breast and mix with shredded mozzarella
Wilt spinach in microwave (30 seconds)
Combine all ingredients for the filling
Unroll dough and cut into 8 triangles
Fill each triangle with 1 tbsp mixture and seal edges
Place on an ungreased baking sheet
Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes until golden
Notes
For vegetarian version: omit turkey and add diced mushrooms or roasted red peppers
Chill filling for 15 minutes before assembly to prevent leaks
Use pizza cutter for consistent dough portions
Brush tops with milk before baking for golden finish
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg