why make this recipe
Easy King Cake Bites are small, sweet, and quick to make. They use ready-made crescent rolls and a simple cream cheese filling. You can make many bites in a short time for a party or a treat. If you like simple cakes, you might also enjoy a cherry chip cake guide that shares easy baking tips.
introduction
This recipe makes small king cake style bites that are soft inside and golden outside. You roll crescent dough around a sweet cream cheese mix, bake, and top with icing and colored sugar. They work for Mardi Gras or any party and children like them.
how to make Easy King Cake Bites
Follow the steps below and work with ready dough and a quick filling. For other simple bite ideas and cooking tips, see these easy recipes and tips that show how small dishes come together fast.
Ingredients :
- Crescent rolls
- Cinnamon
- Cream cheese
- Icing
- Colored sugar
Directions :
- Preheat the oven according to the instructions for the crescent rolls.
- Unroll the crescent rolls and separate into triangles.
- In a bowl, mix together cream cheese and cinnamon.
- Place a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture at the wide end of each triangle.
- Roll the crescent rolls up to form a bite-sized piece.
- Bake according to the package instructions until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
- Drizzle with icing and sprinkle with colored sugar before serving.
how to serve Easy King Cake Bites
Serve warm or at room temperature. Put them on a plate or a tray. You can add extra icing or more colored sugar on top. They go well with coffee or milk.
how to store Easy King Cake Bites
Keep leftovers in an airtight container. Store at room temperature for one day. For longer storage, refrigerate up to 3 days. Reheat briefly in the oven or microwave before serving.
tips to make Easy King Cake Bites
- Use room temperature cream cheese so the mix is smooth.
- Don’t overfill the triangles to avoid leaks.
- Brush the bites lightly with butter before baking for a nicer brown top.
- For other quick dessert mix ideas, try this easy cake mix recipe guide for more simple sweets.
variation (if any)
- Add a small amount of jam or fruit preserves with the cream cheese for a fruity bite.
- Use nutmeg or pumpkin spice instead of cinnamon for a different flavor.
- Make larger rolls by using two triangles for a fuller pastry.
FAQs (minimum three FAQ)
Q: Can I freeze the bites before baking?
A: Yes. Freeze on a tray until firm, then store in a bag. Bake from frozen and add a few extra minutes.
Q: Can I use low-fat cream cheese?
A: Yes. Low-fat cream cheese works but the texture is slightly different.
Q: How do I get the colored sugar to stick?
A: Drizzle with icing first and then sprinkle the colored sugar while the icing is wet.
Q: Are these safe for kids?
A: Yes. They are small, soft, and made with simple ingredients kids like.
Easy King Cake Bites
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven according to the instructions for the crescent rolls.
- Unroll the crescent rolls and separate into triangles.
- In a bowl, mix together cream cheese and cinnamon.
- Place a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture at the wide end of each triangle.
- Roll the crescent rolls up to form a bite-sized piece.
- Bake according to the package instructions until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
- Drizzle with icing and sprinkle with colored sugar before serving.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.