Introduction

Get ready to delight kids and adults alike with these fun Crescent Roll Witch Hats. Easy to make and perfect for Halloween parties, they combine flaky crescent dough, savory pepperoni, and optional cheese for a spooky treat everyone will enjoy.

The image shows seven small triangle-shaped pastries arranged on a wooden board. Each pastry is light golden with a slightly flaky texture and decorated with a red shape on top, such as stars, a heart, a crescent moon, and a pepper. To the right side of the board, there is a small white bowl filled with red sauce. In the background, a small white ghost decoration and a small orange pumpkin sit on a white marbled surface with a black and white cloth underneath the board. A woman's hand lightly touches the wooden board on the left side. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

Refrigerated crescent roll dough
Pepperoni slices
Kitchen scissors
Parchment paper-lined baking sheet
Optional: mozzarella cheese sticks
Optional: mini star cookie cutter

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Separate the crescent roll dough into triangles.
Step 2: If using cheese sticks, cut each stick in half and place one half at the wide end of each dough triangle, centered.
Step 3: Roll the wider end of the dough up a couple of turns, pinching around the cheese if using to form a tight seal.
Step 4: Use kitchen scissors to cut and shape the pepperoni slices into crescent moons for decoration. If you have a mini star cookie cutter, cut star shapes out of some pepperoni slices.
Step 5: Place the decorated pepperoni pieces on top of the dough hats.
Step 6: Arrange the witch hats on the parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
Step 7: Bake for about 10 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the thickest part of the dough comes out clean and the rolls are golden brown.
Step 8: Serve warm with pizza sauce for dipping.

Tips & Variations

Try adding different cooked meats or vegetables inside the crescent rolls for extra flavor.
If you don’t have a star cookie cutter, use small bits of bell pepper or olives for decoration instead.
Brush rolls lightly with melted butter before baking for a richer finish.

Storage

Store any leftover witch hats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm them in a 350-degree oven for 5-7 minutes to regain crispness. Avoid microwaving to keep the dough flaky.

How to Serve

Two triangular golden-brown calzones sit on a white plate, each decorated with small orange shapes on top, one with stars and the other with a pumpkin face. The calzones have a textured crust sprinkled lightly with herbs and spices. In the center of the plate is a clear glass bowl filled with smooth, thick red marinara sauce. Behind the plate, vivid orange and red autumn leaves create a warm and festive backdrop on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use homemade crescent roll dough for this recipe?

Yes, homemade crescent roll dough works perfectly and can add extra flavor. Just be sure to roll and shape it similarly to maintain the witch hat look.

What can I use if I don’t have pepperoni?

You can substitute other thinly sliced deli meats like salami or smoked sausage. Vegetarian options include sliced mushrooms, olives, or sun-dried tomatoes for decoration.

Crescent Roll Witch Hats Recipe

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These Crescent Roll Witch Hats are a fun and delicious Halloween-themed snack made from flaky crescent roll dough, pepperoni decorations, and optional mozzarella cheese sticks. Perfectly baked to a golden brown, they are adorable finger foods that pair wonderfully with pizza sauce for dipping, making them an ideal treat for parties or festive gatherings.

Author: Daniel
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 12 witch hats 1x
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients

1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough
Pepperoni slices

Optional Ingredients

Mozzarella cheese sticks, halved
Mini star cookie cutter (for pepperoni decoration)

Equipment

Kitchen scissors
Parchment paper-lined baking sheet

Instructions

Prepare the dough: Pull the crescent roll triangles apart from the dough can, separating each into individual pieces ready for filling and rolling.
Add cheese (optional): If using mozzarella cheese sticks, cut each stick in half. Place a half-stick at the wide end of each crescent triangle, centering it for even rolling. Pinch the dough around the cheese to create a tight seal so the cheese does not leak during baking.
Roll the dough: Starting from the wide end, roll each crescent triangle up a couple of turns to form the base of the witch hat shape.
Shape the pepperoni decorations: Using kitchen scissors, cut pepperoni slices into crescent moon shapes. Use a mini star cookie cutter to cut small star shapes out of some pepperoni pieces for added decoration.
Assemble the hats: Place the shaped pepperoni pieces on top of the rolled crescent dough to decorate the witch hats, pressing slightly to adhere.
Bake: Arrange all the assembled witch hats on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet in a single layer. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes, or until the crescent rolls are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the thickest part comes out clean.
Serve: Allow the witch hats to cool slightly before serving. Accompany them with pizza sauce for dipping to enhance the flavor and complete this festive snack.

Notes

Ensure the mozzarella cheese is well sealed inside the dough to prevent leaking during baking.
Use a sharp kitchen scissors to easily shape pepperoni slices.
These can be made ahead and baked shortly before serving for freshest taste.
Perfect for Halloween parties or as a fun snack for kids.
Pizza sauce or marinara makes a great dipping sauce complement.

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