Description
Crispy golden beef bites deliver an explosion of cheesy goodness in this irresistible appetizer. Hearty flavors and simple ingredients combine to create a crowd-pleasing snack perfect for game day or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (450 grams) ground beef
- 1 large egg
- 4 ounces (113 grams) cheddar cheese, cut into small cubes
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Binding and Dough Ingredients:
- ½ cup (60 grams) breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup (60 ml) milk
- 1 tube (8 ounces/226 grams) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Initiate oven preparation by heating to 375F (190C), then cover a baking sheet with parchment paper or apply a light grease coating.
- Heat a large skillet over medium temperature and thoroughly cook ground beef, breaking meat into crumbly pieces. Drain excess fat, incorporate chopped onions and minced garlic, sautéing until onions become translucent and fragrant.
- Transfer beef mixture to a mixing bowl and integrate breadcrumbs, milk, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Blend ingredients until uniformly combined, creating a cohesive filling.
- Carefully unroll crescent roll dough, separating into triangular sections. Slice each triangle into smaller, more compact triangular shapes for bite-sized portions.
- Distribute small portions of seasoned beef mixture onto each dough triangle, strategically positioning a cheese cube at the center of each piece. Gently fold dough edges over the filling, sealing meticulously to create compact pouches.
- Arrange assembled bites onto prepared baking sheet, brushing surfaces with melted butter and sprinkling dried parsley for enhanced flavor and visual appeal. Transfer to preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes until exterior reaches a golden-brown coloration.
- Extract from oven, allowing brief cooling period before serving. Present warm for optimal taste and texture experience.
Notes
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based meat alternative for lighter protein options.
- Use gluten-free crescent roll dough and breadcrumbs to make recipe celiac-friendly.
- Enhance flavor by adding finely diced bell peppers or jalapeños into beef mixture for extra kick.
- Prep bites ahead of time and refrigerate unbaked, then bake just before serving for convenient meal planning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg