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Oven Baked 4-Ingredient Beef Crescent Baskets

Delightful and simple beef crescent baskets filled with ground beef, cheddar cheese, and flaky dough, perfect as an appetizer or snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings: 8 baskets
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef Make sure to drain excess fat.
  • 1 tube refrigerated crescent roll dough (8-count) Use refrigerated dough for best results.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Feel free to substitute with your favorite cheese.
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup You can use other sauces as per your preference.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet or muffin tin with foil or lightly grease it.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked, breaking it into small crumbles. Drain off any excess fat and stir in the ketchup.
  3. Unroll the crescent dough and separate it into 8 triangles. Gently press each triangle into a small basket shape on the prepared baking sheet or into muffin cups.
  4. Spoon the beef mixture evenly into each dough basket and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
Baking
  1. Bake for 10 to 13 minutes, or until the crescent dough is puffed and deep golden and the cheese is melted.
  2. Let cool for 3 to 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat before serving to enjoy fresh flavors. Customize with spices or vegetables as desired.