Description

Witches Hat Crescent Rolls are a fun and festive appetizer perfect for Halloween parties. These crescent roll pastries are shaped like witches hats, brushed with a flavorful garlic and Italian seasoning butter, sprinkled with parmesan cheese, and garnished with cheese and olive slices to resemble hat bands and buckles. Baked until golden brown, they make a delicious and whimsical treat that pairs wonderfully with various dipping sauces.

Ingredients

Scale

Pastry and Seasoning

1 package Pillsbury Crescent Rolls
2 tablespoons butter, melted
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon Italian seasonings
2 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan cheese

Garnish

Cheese slices (for hat bands)
Sliced olives (for hat buckles)

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the crescent rolls.
Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
Shape Crescent Rolls: Unroll the crescent roll dough carefully and separate it into individual triangles. Roll each triangle from the long edge inward to create the brim of the witch’s hat. Then, shape the pointed top of each triangle to be rounded near the tip, mimicking a witch’s hat shape. Place each shaped roll onto the prepared baking sheet.
Make Butter Mixture: In a small bowl, combine melted butter with garlic powder and Italian seasonings. Mix well to blend the flavors evenly.
Brush Rolls: Brush the butter and seasoning mixture generously over each shaped crescent roll to enhance flavor and help the parmesan stick.
Add Parmesan: Sprinkle finely grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the buttered crescent rolls for a delicious cheesy crust.
Bake: Bake the rolls at 375°F (190°C) for 11 to 13 minutes, or until they turn a beautiful golden brown and are cooked through.
Cool: Remove from the oven and let the crescent rolls cool slightly on the baking sheet.
Add Garnishes: Slice cheese thinly and place on the brim of each witch’s hat roll to create the hat band. Add a sliced olive on top of the cheese band as the buckle detail, completing the witch’s hat look.
Serve: Serve your Witches Hat Crescent Rolls warm with dipping sauces like guacamole, or enjoy them plain as a tasty snack or appetizer.

Notes

Be gentle when shaping the crescent dough to keep the layers intact for better texture.
Italian seasoning can be adjusted or replaced with fresh herbs like oregano and basil for a fresher flavor.
These rolls can be served warm or at room temperature and still taste delicious.
Try adding a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a little heat if desired.
For a vegetarian option, verify that the crescent rolls and cheese contain no animal rennet.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Halloween appetizer, crescent roll recipe, party food, cheesy crescent rolls, Halloween snacks, savory crescent rolls