This Cheesy Artichoke Heart Appetizer is a warm, gooey, and savory treat perfect for gatherings, holidays, or game nights. Built on a flaky crescent roll crust, the filling combines creamy mozzarella, tangy Parmesan, zesty green chilies, and tender chopped artichoke hearts for a rich, indulgent flavor. Popular in mid-century party spreads, this appetizer delivers both nostalgia and bold flavors. Whether served as a snack, starter, or crowd-pleasing potluck dish, it’s quick, versatile, and guaranteed to disappear fast.
Ingredients
- 16 oz refrigerated Pillsbury Crescent Dinner Rolls (2 cans)
- ¾ cup mozzarella cheese (shredded )
- 3 oz Parmesan cheese (grated, about ¾ cup)
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 14 oz artichoke hearts (14 oz artichoke hearts, drained and chopped)
- 4 oz green chilies (drained)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Unroll crescent dough into rectangles.
- Press dough onto the bottom and sides of a 15x10x1-inch jelly roll pan to form a crust.
Step 2: Bake the Crust
- Bake for 10 minutes at 375°F until slightly set but not browned.
Step 3: Make the Topping
- In a medium bowl, combine mozzarella, Parmesan, mayonnaise, chopped artichoke hearts, and drained green chilies. Mix until fully blended.
Step 4: Assemble and Bake
- Spread the mixture evenly over the partially baked crust.
- Bake at 375°F for an additional 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Step 5: Cool and Serve
- Let stand for 5 minutes before cutting into squares or strips.
- Optional: Garnish with thin red pepper strips for color.
Tips
- Substitute pepper jack cheese for added heat
- Use reduced-fat mayonnaise to lighten the recipe
- Add finely diced red bell pepper strips for garnish (as card suggests)
- Bake in mini muffin tins for bite-size portions
- Add fresh garlic or garlic powder to the filling
- Swap crescent rolls for pizza dough for a thicker crust
- Sprinkle paprika or chili powder on top before baking
- Add spinach for a Florentine variation
- Serve warm or at room temperature for parties
- Double recipe easily for large gatherings
Nutrition
Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.8gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 360mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 90mgIron: 0.8mg
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