Description

A holiday showstopper that’s golden, flaky, savory, and just the right touch of sweet! This Turkey Cranberry Crescent Ring transforms humble leftovers into something stunning. Perfect for gatherings, buffets, or cozy family nights, it’s a dish that feels festive without the stress. One bite of buttery pastry wrapped around tender turkey, melty cheese, and tangy cranberry, and you’ll see why this recipe becomes a tradition. Ready to create magic? Let’s bake!

Ingredients

Scale

4 packages (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent roll dough
4 cups cooked turkey, shredded or chopped
1 cup cranberry sauce (or half cranberry + half orange marmalade)
2 cups shredded mozzarella or Swiss cheese
½ cup mayonnaise or cream cheese
2 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
1 tbsp melted butter (optional, for brushing)
1 tbsp poppy seeds or sesame seeds (optional, for topping)

Instructions

Prep: Heat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
Mix: In a large bowl, combine turkey, cranberry sauce, cheese, mayo (or cream cheese), Dijon, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning.
Shape Dough: Unroll crescent dough. Arrange triangles in a circle on the sheet with wide ends overlapping in the center, points outward. Press seams to seal. Repeat for the second sheet.
Fill: Spoon turkey mixture around the inner circle. Keep filling away from the points.
Fold: Pull dough tips over filling and tuck under to form a wreath.
Finish: Brush with butter, sprinkle with seeds if using.
Bake: 20–25 minutes until golden and bubbling. Cool 5–10 minutes, garnish with parsley, slice, and serve.

Notes

Swap turkey for rotisserie chicken.
Add leftover stuffing or veggies to the mix.
Try ham & Swiss for a classic twist, or go veggie with sautéed mushrooms and spinach.

This dish isn’t just food—it’s a centerpiece, a conversation starter, and a cozy tradition waiting to happen.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes