Intro
Hi, I’m Dulcia. I love simple, crowd-pleasing bites, and these Pickles in a Blanket are one of my favorites. They combine tangy dill pickles with a creamy bacon ranch filling, wrapped in golden crescent dough. They bake up in about 25 minutes, and they vanish fast at parties.
I developed this recipe to be quick, savory, and easy to customize. If you want more party-friendly bites, see my site homepage for ideas: https://www.dulciarecipes.com/.
Origins
The idea of wrapping pickles in dough goes back to fun, retro party foods where salty and tangy flavors meet. This version leans into American flavor profiles with ranch seasoning, melted cheddar, and bacon. For more on pickles and their place in cuisine, see the Wikipedia entry on pickles: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pickle. For food safety basics, I often consult USDA guidance: https://www.usda.gov/food-safety.
Ingredients
- 8 crescent rolls
- 2 whole dill pickles, quartered
- 4 strips bacon, cooked crispy and crumbled
- 1 TBSP ranch seasoning
- 1/3 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
If you want to explore other savory roll ideas, I have related recipes on the site: https://www.dulciarecipes.com/cheesecake-factory-bread/.
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F.
- Prepare pickles by slicing into quarters, set aside.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, bacon, shredded cheese and ranch together well to incorporate.
- Lay down crescent rolls, and spread a thin layer of the cream cheese mix starting from the larger end.
- Place pickle spear on the larger end of the crescent roll and roll up all the way.
- Place on baking sheet, and brush with egg wash, and add sesame seeds to top.
- Place in oven for 13-15 minutes until tops are golden brown.
- Remove from oven, and remove from baking sheet to cease cooking the bottom, let rest for 5 minutes.
Creamy Bacon Ranch Crescents
- Total Time: 28-30 mins
- Yield: 8 crescents 1x
Description
Savory crescent rolls filled with cream cheese, bacon, ranch seasoning, cheddar, and dill pickle.
Ingredients
- 8 crescent rolls
- 2 whole dill pickles, quartered
- 4 strips bacon, cooked crispy and chopped
- 1 tbsp ranch seasoning
- 1/3 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350?F.
- Prepare pickles by slicing into quarters and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cooked bacon, shredded cheddar and ranch seasoning until well combined.
- Lay out crescent rolls and spread a thin layer of the cream cheese mixture starting from the larger end.
- Place a pickle spear on the larger end of each crescent roll and roll up completely.
- Place on a baking sheet, brush with egg wash, and sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
- Bake for 13-15 minutes until the tops are golden brown.
- Remove from oven, transfer off the baking sheet to stop the bottoms from cooking, and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 13-15 mins
Tips
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to get a smooth spread.
- Pat pickles dry if they are very wet, this helps the dough not get soggy.
- Use a fork to whisk the egg with a splash of water for an even egg wash.
- To keep bottoms from over-browning, transfer to a cooling rack after 5 minutes.
Variations
- Vegetarian: Omit bacon and add finely diced roasted red pepper or sautéed mushrooms.
- Spicy: Add a pinch of cayenne to the cream cheese mix, or swap in spicy ranch seasoning.
- Cheesy: Try pepper jack in place of cheddar for more heat.
FAQ
Q: Can I use sweet pickles instead?
A: Yes, but the flavor will be sweeter and less tangy. Dill pickles provide the classic contrast to the creamy filling.
Q: Can these be made ahead?
A: You can assemble them and refrigerate for up to 2 hours before baking. For longer storage, bake, cool, and freeze; reheat in a 350F oven until warmed through.
Q: How many does this recipe serve?
A: It makes 8 crescents, so plan for 8 servings, or fewer if people take more than one.
Conclusion
These Pickles in a Blanket are a fun, easy appetizer that hits salty, tangy, creamy, and crunchy all at once. I hope you love them as much as I do. Happy baking, Dulcia