Mini Cherry Tarts

Yield: 2 dozen

Ingredients

• 1 (8 ounce) tube refrigerated crescent rolls
• 3 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
• 1 cup canned cherry pie filling
• 1/4 teaspoon almond extract

Instructions

1. Heat oven to 375 degrees F. Grease miniature muffin cups.
2. Place crescent dough on a lightly floured surface; seal seams and perforations. Cut into 2-inch circles. Place in prepared muffin cups.
3. In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth.
4. Place about 1/2 teaspoon in each cup.
5. Combine pie filling and almond extract; place about 2 teaspoons in each cup.
6. Bake for 12 to 14 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.
7. Remove to wire racks to cool.
8. Refrigerate.