Raspberry Cream Cheese Crescent Ring is a delightful dessert that's perfect for holidays, brunches, or any special occasion. Below are the detailed ingredients you need to create this beautiful and delicious pastry.
INGREDIENTS
- Crescent Rolls: 2 tubes (8 ounces each). These form the base of the ring, providing a flaky and tender pastry.
- Cream Cheese: 1 package (8 ounces), softened. This creates a rich and creamy filling.
- Granulated Sugar: 1/4 cup. Sweetens the cream cheese mixture.
- Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon. Adds a subtle vanilla flavor to the filling.
- Raspberry Preserves: 3/4 cup. Provides a sweet and tart raspberry flavor.
- Fresh Raspberries: 1/2 cup. Adds freshness and texture to the filling.
- Sliced Almonds: 1/4 cup. Adds a crunchy texture and nutty flavor.
- Powdered Sugar: 1 tablespoon. Used for dusting the finished pastry.
INSTRUCCIONES
- Step 1: Precalentar el Horno
- Precalienta el horno a 375°F (190°C). Forra una bandeja para hornear con papel pergamino.
- Step 2: Preparar la Masa
- Desenrolla la masa de los rollos de media luna y sepáralos en triángulos. Coloca los triángulos en un círculo en la bandeja preparada, con los extremos puntiagudos hacia afuera y los extremos anchos superpuestos ligeramente.
- Step 3: Mezcla de Queso Crema
- En un bol, bate el queso crema, el azúcar granulada y el extracto de vainilla hasta que la mezcla esté suave y cremosa.
- Step 4: Agregar la Mezcla de Queso Crema
- Extiende la mezcla de queso crema uniformemente sobre los extremos anchos de la masa de los rollos de media luna.
- Step 5: Añadir Conservas y Frutas
- Coloca las conservas de frambuesa sobre la mezcla de queso crema, luego espolvorea con frambuesas frescas y almendras laminadas.
- Step 6: Formar el Anillo
- Doble los extremos puntiagudos de los rollos de media luna sobre el relleno y mételos debajo de los extremos anchos para sellar, formando un anillo.
- Step 7: Hornear
- Hornea en el horno precalentado durante 15-20 minutos, o hasta que la masa de los rollos de media luna esté dorada y bien cocida.
- Step 8: Enfriar y Decorar
- Retira del horno y deja enfriar ligeramente en la bandeja. Espolvorea el anillo de crema de frambuesa y queso crema con azúcar en polvo antes de servir.
Serving and Storage Tips
- Serve the Raspberry Cream Cheese Crescent Ring slightly warm for the best flavor. It pairs wonderfully with a cup of coffee or tea.
- To enhance the presentation, drizzle some additional raspberry preserves over the top before serving.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat individual slices in the microwave for about 10-15 seconds to enjoy them warm.
- If you plan to make this dessert ahead of time, you can assemble the ring and refrigerate it unbaked for up to 24 hours. Bake it fresh before serving.
Helpful Notes
- For a more pronounced almond flavor, you can add a few drops of almond extract to the cream cheese mixture.
- Make sure the cream cheese is fully softened before mixing to ensure a smooth and creamy filling.
- If fresh raspberries are not available, you can use frozen raspberries. Thaw and drain them well before using to avoid excess moisture in the filling.
Tips from Well-Known Chefs
- Chef Ina Garten: "Always use the best quality ingredients you can find; it makes a noticeable difference in simple recipes like this one."
- Chef Gordon Ramsay: "Ensure the crescent roll dough is well-chilled before assembling to make it easier to handle."
- Chef Jamie Oliver: "Experiment with different fruit preserves or fresh fruits for a variety of flavors. Blueberries or strawberries work wonderfully in this recipe as well."