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French Dip Squares Recipe

4.8 from 110 reviews

These French Dip Squares are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack featuring layers of tender roast beef and Swiss cheese sandwiched between flaky crescent roll dough. Topped with a savory onion soup butter sauce and baked until golden, they’re served with warm beef broth for dipping, making each bite flavorful and comforting.

Ingredients

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Dough

  • 2 cans of refrigerated crescent rolls

Filling

  • 1/2 pound deli-sliced roast beef
  • 1 cup grated Swiss cheese

Sauce

  • 1 packet dry onion soup mix
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Dipping Broth

  • 1 cup beef broth

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Layer the base dough: Roll out one can of crescent rolls directly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish, pressing seams together to create an even and complete layer.
  3. Add the filling: Evenly layer the deli-sliced roast beef over the dough base, followed by an even sprinkling of the grated Swiss cheese on top of the beef.
  4. Prepare the onion butter sauce: In a small bowl, combine the dry onion soup mix, melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder. Stir well to blend all the flavors together.
  5. Drizzle the sauce: Pour the prepared onion butter mixture over the Swiss cheese layer, making sure it’s evenly distributed for maximum flavor.
  6. Top with second dough layer: Roll out the second can of crescent rolls and carefully place it over the beef and cheese layers. Pinch the seams together to create a smooth, sealed top layer.
  7. Bake the squares: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the crescent roll topping turns golden brown and the filling is heated through.
  8. Warm the dipping broth: While the squares are baking, heat the beef broth in a small pot over medium heat until warm, ready to be used as a flavorful dipping sauce.
  9. Cool and cut: Once baked, allow the French Dip Squares to cool slightly to set, then cut into squares for serving.
  10. Serve and enjoy: Serve the squares alongside the warmed beef broth for dipping, enhancing each bite with rich, savory flavors.

Notes

  • For a crispier crust, bake a few minutes longer while watching carefully to avoid over browning.
  • You can substitute Swiss cheese with provolone or mozzarella for a different cheese flavor.
  • Use low-sodium beef broth if you prefer a less salty dipping sauce.
  • Leftovers can be reheated in the oven or microwave, but dipping broth is best warmed fresh.
  • This recipe makes a great party appetizer or a quick meal served with a side salad.

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