Stuffed Crescent Roll Carrots

Easter is a time of joy and celebration, and what better way to add to the festive spirit than with a table full of whimsical and delicious treats? This year, let’s turn a simple ingredient list into an unforgettable Easter centerpiece with these Egg or Ham Salad Stuffed Crescent Roll Carrots. Perfect for anyone who loves to add a personal touch to their family gatherings, this recipe is both simple and rewarding. Follow this step-by-step blog post to create an Easter meal that is as fun to make as it is to eat.

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Prep Your Kitchen

Before you start, preheat your oven to a toasty 400 degrees Fahrenheit. This will ensure that once your crescent roll carrots are ready to go in, the oven will be hot enough to turn them into golden-brown delights.

Roll Out the Dough

Unroll your Pillsbury Original Crescent Dough Sheet onto a clean cutting board. You’ll want to slice this dough lengthwise into 6 even strips. This is the base of your carrot, so think about the shape as you cut. Each strip will form one stuffed carrot, so aim for uniformity.

Egg Wash for Shine

Whisk together one egg with a teaspoon of water to create your egg wash. Brush this mixture onto one of the dough strips. This will give your carrots a nice shine and help the color stick.

Shape Your Carrots

Take the egg-washed dough strip and start rolling it into a log. You’ll want to aim for a length of 17 to 18 inches, which will allow you to wrap it nicely around your cream horn mold without it being too thick. Carefully spiral the dough around the mold, starting from the pointed end and working your way up.

Color Me Carrot

Once all your dough is wrapped around the cream horn molds, it’s time to give them their characteristic carrot color. Mix your food coloring to get a vibrant orange hue and gently paint it over the dough. You could also mix the food coloring with your egg wash if you prefer.

Bake to Perfection

Line a baking sheet with non-stick aluminum foil or parchment paper. Place your carrot-shaped dough carefully on the sheet, giving them enough space so they don’t stick together. Slide them into the preheated oven and bake for about 6 to 8 minutes. You’ll know they’re ready when they’ve turned a beautiful golden brown.

Cool and Fill

After baking, give your carrots about 5 minutes to cool down a bit, then gently twist off the cream horn molds. If you’re having a hard time getting the dough off, try wiggling the mold gently back and forth. Once they’re mold-free and cool to the touch, it’s time to fill them with your chosen salad. Whether it’s egg or ham, spoon it in until it’s just overflowing for that full-carrot effect.

Garnish and Serve

Finally, add a few sprigs of fresh dill or parsley into the wide end of each carrot to mimic the look of carrot greens. This simple touch brings the whole dish together and makes your crescent roll carrots look like they’ve just been plucked from a garden.

Egg or Ham Salad Stuffed Crescent Roll Carrots

Ingredients:

• 1 tube of Pillsbury Crescent Recipe Creations Seamless Dough Sheet
• 1 egg, lightly beaten with 1 teaspoon water for egg wash
• Orange food coloring (or a mix of yellow and red liquid food coloring to achieve orange hue)
• 1 ½ cups of preferred egg or ham salad
• A bunch of fresh dill or parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. Begin by heating your oven to a temperature of 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Spread out the Pillsbury Original Crescent Dough Sheet on a cutting board.
3. Slice the dough sheet lengthwise into 6 strips of equal width.
4. Lightly coat one of the dough strips with the prepared egg wash.
5. Stretch the strip into a log, aiming for a length between 17 and 18 inches.
6. Spiral the dough log around a cream horn mold to create a carrot shape.
7. Proceed with the remaining dough strips.
8. Take a baking sheet and line it with either non-stick aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
9. Gently paint the orange food coloring over each crescent dough carrot to achieve a vibrant look.
10. Place the dough carrots onto the prepared baking sheet.
11. Transfer the baking sheet into the oven and bake for about 6 to 8 minutes, or until the dough turns a golden brown color.
12. After baking, let the crescent carrots rest for roughly 5 minutes to cool slightly.
13. Gently twist the cream horn molds to release and remove them, then allow the crescent carrots to cool completely.
14. Spoon your chosen egg or ham salad into each of the crescent carrots.
15. To finish, insert a few sprigs of fresh dill or parsley into the wide end of each crescent carrot to resemble the greens of a carrot.
16. Your Crescent Roll Carrots are now ready to be served and enjoyed.

And there you have it! With these Egg or Ham Salad Stuffed Crescent Roll Carrots, you’ve turned simple ingredients into a festive and fun Easter meal that everyone will remember. Serve them up at your Easter brunch or lunch and watch as they become the talk of the table. Enjoy the process, have fun, and have a wonderful Easter celebration!