Are you ready for a Halloween treat that’s both spooky and delicious? These Witch Hat Crescent Rolls are a fun, quick, and easy way to add some Halloween spirit to your table. Made with Pillsbury Crescent Roll dough, these crescent rolls are shaped into festive witch hats, making them the perfect Halloween appetizers or snacks for any spooky gathering. Whether you’re hosting a Halloween party or just looking for an easy treat to share with the family, this recipe will bring both flavor and fun to your festivities.
This Halloween, elevate your menu with these adorable Witch Hat Crescent Rolls. They’re not only a visual delight but also packed with flavor. The buttery crescent rolls, seasoned with garlic powder and Italian seasonings, are topped with parmesan cheese and garnished with cheese and olive slices to resemble a witch’s hat. They’re the ideal way to combine creativity with deliciousness!
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Ingredients for Witch Hat Crescent Rolls
Making Witch Hat Crescent Rolls requires just a few simple ingredients, most of which you likely already have in your kitchen. Here’s everything you need:
- Pillsbury Crescent Rolls: The perfect base for these spooky treats.
- Butter: Melted to brush on the rolls for that golden brown finish.
- Garlic Powder: Adds a touch of flavor to the crescent rolls.
- Italian Seasonings: For an herby twist to complement the garlic powder.
- Parmesan Cheese: Finely grated, it melts beautifully and adds a savory touch.
- Cheese Slices: Use these for the brim of the witch hat.
- Sliced Olives: To add a spooky “buckle” to your witch’s hat.
How to Make Witch Hat Crescent Rolls: Step-by-Step Instructions
Making Witch Hat Crescent Rolls is a fun and easy activity for both adults and kids alike. Here’s how you can create these spooky treats:
- Prepare the Dough: Begin by unrolling your Pillsbury Crescent Roll dough and separating it into triangles. This will serve as the base for your witch hats.
- Shape the Hat: Roll the bottom of each triangle to form the brim of the hat. Then, shape the top of the dough into a point, creating the iconic shape of a witch’s hat.
- Season the Dough: Brush each crescent roll with melted butter, ensuring every part is coated. Sprinkle garlic powder and Italian seasoning on top for added flavor.
- Add Parmesan Cheese: Before baking, sprinkle a generous amount of finely grated Parmesan cheese over the rolls. This adds flavor and a deliciously crispy texture when baked.
- Bake to Perfection: Place the shaped crescent rolls on a baking sheet and bake at the temperature recommended on the package (usually around 375°F), until the rolls are golden brown. Watch closely as they bake quickly!
- Garnish the Witch Hat: Once baked, take the rolls out of the oven and allow them to cool slightly. Garnish each one with a slice of cheese on the brim to represent the hatband, and top with a sliced olive for the buckle.
Tips & Variations for Witch Hat Crescent Rolls
To make these Witch Hat Crescent Rolls even more customizable, here are a few fun tips and variations you can try:
- Use Crescent Dough Sheets: If you have crescent dough sheets instead of the traditional crescent roll dough, you can cut them into triangles for a smoother, more uniform look.
- Try Different Cheeses: While Parmesan cheese gives a savory taste, you can experiment with other cheeses like mozzarella or cheddar for a different flavor profile.
- Sweet Version: If you prefer something sweeter, brush the crescent rolls with melted butter and sprinkle a cinnamon-sugar mixture before baking. It’s a perfect Halloween treat for kids!
- Baking Time: Be sure to keep an eye on the rolls while they bake. Since crescent dough bakes quickly, it’s essential to avoid over-baking them to maintain their flaky texture.
Serving Suggestions for Witch Hat Crescent Rolls
Witch Hat Crescent Rolls are not only a fun Halloween treat but also versatile enough to serve at any time of day. Here are some serving ideas:
- As Halloween Appetizers: Serve these witch hat rolls as appetizers at your Halloween party. They’re a great addition to any Halloween-themed charcuterie board, and they’re easy for guests to grab and enjoy.
- Perfect for Breakfast: You can serve Witch Hat Crescent Rolls for breakfast by pairing them with a side of crispy Breakfast Potatoes Recipe Easy Crispy or alongside a Breakfast Pizza Recipe Easy Cheesy for a fun morning meal.
- With Dipping Sauces: These crescent rolls are perfect when served with dipping sauces such as guacamole, marinara, or even a spooky cream cheese dip.
- Kid-Friendly Snack: Since these rolls are easy to make and fun to eat, they’re a great snack for kids, whether for after-school treats or as part of a Halloween-themed dinner.
Fun Variations & Creative Twists
If you’re looking to mix things up or add a twist to your Witch Hat Crescent Rolls, here are a few creative ideas:
- Make Them Sweet: As mentioned earlier, you can make these rolls sweeter by brushing them with butter and adding cinnamon and sugar. You could also drizzle a cream cheese glaze on top to give them a dessert-like feel.
- Try Other Spooky Shapes: Instead of witch hats, you could use the same crescent dough to create other fun Halloween shapes, like pumpkins or ghosts.
- Add Extra Toppings: You can add other toppings such as black olives, or even small pieces of pepperoni or sausage to the rolls for a savory snack.
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If you’re looking for other creative ways to use crescent roll dough for breakfast, be sure to check out our Crescent Roll Breakfast Recipes.
Pair your Witch Hat Crescent Rolls with some crispy breakfast potatoes. You can find the recipe for this perfect side dish in our Breakfast Potatoes Recipe Easy Crispy.
If you love getting creative with dough, why not try our Breakfast Pizza Recipe Easy Cheesy as another fun way to use Pillsbury crescent rolls?
Witch Hat Crescent Rolls
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 rolls
Description
These Witch Hat Crescent Rolls are a fun and delicious Halloween treat made with buttery crescent dough, garlic powder, Italian seasonings, and parmesan cheese, topped with cheese slices and olives to resemble a spooky witch’s hat.
Ingredients
- 1 can Pillsbury Crescent Rolls
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 slices cheese (for garnish)
- 8 sliced olives (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (or as per package instructions).
- Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate into triangles.
- Roll the bottom of each triangle to form the brim and shape the top into a point.
- Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with garlic powder and Italian seasonings.
- Top with Parmesan cheese and bake until golden brown.
- Garnish with cheese slices on the brim and olives for the buckle.
Notes
These rolls are quick to make, easy to shape, and perfect for any Halloween gathering. Experiment with different cheeses or even make them sweet by adding cinnamon sugar!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Final thoughts
These Witch Hat Crescent Rolls are a fun and easy Halloween treat that everyone will love. Whether you’re preparing them for a Halloween party, a family gathering, or a simple snack for the kids, they’re sure to be a hit! They’re a creative way to incorporate Pillsbury Crescent Roll dough into your Halloween menu, and they’re so simple to make that even kids can help shape the dough into the witch hats.
If you enjoyed making these Witch Hat Crescent Rolls, be sure to share your creations on social media and tag us for a chance to be featured. Don’t forget to check out our Crescent Roll Breakfast Recipes for other ways to enjoy crescent rolls, or try our Breakfast Potatoes Recipe Easy Crispy to accompany your witch hat rolls for a complete meal.
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