Almost Instant Tomato Basil Crescents Recipe

Whip up these incredibly flavorful Almost Instant Tomato Basil Crescents in just 22 minutes! This recipe, adapted from Emyl Jenkins' "From Storebought to Homemade," uses store-bought crescent roll dough for ultimate convenience. Sun-dried tomato tapenade and pesto create a burst of Mediterranean flavor in every bite. Perfect for a quick appetizer, snack, or side dish!

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 22 mins

Calories 87 kcal

Protein 5g

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Ingredients for Almost Instant Tomato Basil Crescents

1 (8 ounce) package Refrigerated Crescent Dinner Rolls
1/4 cup Pesto Sauce
1/4 cup Sun Dried Tomato Tapenade

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How to Make Almost Instant Tomato Basil Crescents

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Unroll one package (8 oz) of refrigerated crescent roll dough. Separate into triangles.
Spread 1 scant teaspoon of pesto sauce and 1 heaping teaspoon of sun-dried tomato tapenade onto each crescent triangle.
Gently roll up each crescent into a crescent shape.
Place crescents on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Check for doneness at the 12 minute mark.
Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

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Fat

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Almost Instant Tomato Basil Crescents?

Almost Instant Tomato Basil Crescents takes about 32 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 22 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Almost Instant Tomato Basil Crescents?

Almost Instant Tomato Basil Crescents has approximately 87 calories per serving, with about 5 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 2 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Almost Instant Tomato Basil Crescents?

The key ingredients for Almost Instant Tomato Basil Crescents are Refrigerated Crescent Dinner Rolls, Pesto Sauce, Sun Dried Tomato Tapenade. See the full list with measurements above.