Delightful Pizza Candy Cane Crescents for Festive Fun!

These whimsical Pizza Candy Cane Crescents combine gooey mozzarella and zesty pepperoni in flaky dough, perfect for snacking during the holidays.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Total Time 25

Servings: 16 pieces

Course: Snacks

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Dough

1 package Crescent Dough Can substitute with homemade pastry or puff pastry.

For the Filling

1 cup Pizza Sauce Classic pizza sauce works best.
2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Use dairy-free mozzarella for a plant-based option.
1 cup Pepperoni Vegetarian alternative: sautéed vegetables or roasted red peppers.

For the Topping

2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds Can be omitted if preferred.
10 leaves Fresh Basil Leaves Fresh oregano or arugula can be used as alternatives.

Equipment

Oven
Baking sheet
Parchment paper

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Unroll the crescent dough and cut each triangle in half lengthwise, resulting in 16 triangles.
Overlap the triangles slightly to form a row, pinch seams together, spread pizza sauce, then add mozzarella and pepperoni in the center.
Fold the pointed ends over the filling, curve the top to form a candy cane shape.
Place on baking sheet, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and bake for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
Remove from oven, let cool slightly, garnish with fresh basil, and serve warm with extra pizza sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Keep dough edges pinched securely and handle gently to avoid tearing. Bake on upper rack for best crunch.

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