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Easy Thanksgiving Leftover Crescent Rolls Recipe

Easy Thanksgiving Leftover Crescent Rolls

Flaky crescent dough wraps chopped turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and cranberry sauce for an easy baked Thanksgiving leftover snack or lunch. Serve the golden rolls with warm turkey gravy for dipping.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 tube (8 ounces) Refrigerated crescent-roll dough
  • 1/2 cup Cooked turkey, chopped or shredded
  • 1/2 cup Prepared stuffing
  • 1/2 cup Mashed potatoes
  • 1/4 cup Cranberry sauce
For Serving
  • 1/4 cup Turkey gravy, warmed
Optional Finish
  • 1 tablespoon Melted butter

Method
 

Step-by-Step
  1. Heat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Unroll the crescent dough and separate it into 8 triangles.
  2. Place a small amount of mashed potatoes near the wide end of each dough triangle. Add chopped turkey, stuffing, and a small spoonful of cranberry sauce, keeping the total filling modest so the dough can close.
  3. Roll each triangle from the wide end toward the point, gently enclosing the filling. Arrange the rolls point-side down on the prepared baking sheet and brush with melted butter if desired.
  4. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the crescent rolls are puffed and golden brown. Serve warm with the 1/4 cup warmed turkey gravy for dipping.

Notes

Chill or lightly drain wet leftovers, especially cranberry sauce and gravy, to help prevent soggy dough or bursting. Use finely chopped turkey and about 2 to 3 tablespoons of total filling per crescent for easier rolling and more even baking.