Get ready to revolutionize your comfort food game with these mind-blowing Macaroni Cheese Crescent Bombs! Imagine biting into a crispy, golden-brown crescent pastry that oozes with three types of melted cheese and perfectly cooked macaroni. This isn't just another recipe - it's a culinary adventure that will have your family and friends begging for more. Whether you're looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer, a quick lunch, or a show-stopping snack, these cheesy delights are about to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 can crescent roll dough
- 2 cups cooked macaroni
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cooked macaroni with cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, and grated Parmesan cheese. Mix thoroughly to ensure the cheese is evenly distributed throughout the pasta.
- Open the crescent roll dough and carefully separate each triangle along the perforated lines.
- Take each crescent dough triangle and slightly stretch it out to create a slightly larger surface area.
- Place approximately 2-3 tablespoons of the cheesy macaroni mixture in the center of each crescent dough triangle.
- Carefully fold the edges of the crescent dough over the macaroni filling, pinching the seams to create a sealed pocket. Ensure no filling is exposed to prevent leaking during baking.
- Arrange the filled crescent bombs on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1-2 inches of space between each one.
- Optional: Sprinkle additional shredded cheese on top of each bomb for extra cheesy goodness.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crescent dough is golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 3-5 minutes before serving to allow the filling to set.
- Serve warm and enjoy the gooey, cheesy macaroni inside crispy crescent dough.
Tips
- Cheese Matters: Use freshly shredded cheese for the best melting and flavor. Pre-shredded cheese often contains anti-caking agents that can affect texture.
- Seal Carefully: When folding the crescent dough, make sure to pinch the edges thoroughly to prevent cheese leakage during baking.
- Don't Overfill: Use 2-3 tablespoons of macaroni mixture per crescent to ensure proper sealing and even cooking.
- Room Temperature Dough: Let the crescent roll dough sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before working with it to make it more pliable.
- Customize Your Bombs: Experiment with adding crispy bacon bits, diced ham, or even a sprinkle of herbs to the macaroni mixture for extra flavor.
- Serve Immediately: These are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven when the cheese is still gooey and the pastry is crisp.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 167kcal
Carbohydrates: 14g
Protein: 9g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 22mg
