Spicy Italian Hero Crescent Ring
Transform your next gathering with this show-stopping Spicy Italian Hero Crescent Ring, a crowd-pleasing twist on a classic deli sandwich. This easy-to-make appetizer combines layers of bold Italian flavors—salami, pepperoni, capicola, and tangy banana peppers—wrapped in buttery, golden crescent roll dough. Topped with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning, this crescent ring offers a mouthwatering combination of crispy and savory. To finish, a fresh and creamy lettuce-tomato-mayo filling is placed in the center, adding a refreshing burst of flavor to each slice. Perfect as a centerpiece for game days, potlucks, or parties, this 40-minute recipe serves up to 8 people and can be served warm or at room temperature. Don’t miss out on this flavorful, deli-style crescent ring that’s as easy to make as it is to devour!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 8 slices provolone cheese
- 16 slices salami
- 16 slices pepperoni
- 8 slices capicola
- 1 cup (drained) banana peppers
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 2 medium (diced) tomatoes
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons (grated) Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Open the crescent roll dough cans and separate each into triangles. Arrange the triangles in a circular pattern on the prepared baking sheet, with the wide ends overlapping in the center to form a ring (the tips will point outward like a sunburst).
Place the provolone cheese slices on the wide ends of the dough, overlapping slightly to create a ring of cheese.
Layer the salami slices, followed by the pepperoni, and then the capicola on top of the cheese, creating a uniform circle of meats.
Evenly distribute the banana peppers over the meats.
Fold the pointed ends of the dough triangles over the fillings and tuck them under the wide ends to seal the ring.
Brush the top of the crescent ring with olive oil. Sprinkle the Italian seasoning and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until the crescent dough is golden brown and fully cooked.
While the ring bakes, prepare the topping: In a small bowl, mix the shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and mayonnaise until evenly combined.
Allow the crescent ring to cool for 5 minutes, then carefully transfer it to a serving platter.
Fill the center of the ring with the lettuce and tomato mixture. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
574 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.3 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.2 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 71 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 1581 mg | 69% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.3 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.1 g | ||
| Protein | 25.4 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 236 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 385 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
