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Cheesecake Crescent Rolls

Irresistibly Creamy Cheesecake Crescent Rolls Recipe

These Cheesecake Crescent Rolls are a quick, easy, and decadent treat that combines flaky pastry with creamy cheesecake filling, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 rolls
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rolls
  • 1 package Crescent Roll Dough Refrigerated for easy prep
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Softened
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Can be swapped with powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure for best flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Melted Butter Margarine can work in a pinch
For Dusting
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Optional
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Optional, nutmeg can be used for a twist

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Pastry Brush

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, blend together 8 ounces of softened cream cheese, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  3. Unroll the crescent dough onto a clean surface and separate it into triangles.
  4. Place a generous spoonful of the cream cheese mixture at the wide end of each triangle.
  5. Starting from the wide end, roll the dough towards the point to form a crescent shape.
  6. Brush each rolled crescent with melted butter and sprinkle with cinnamon if desired.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
  8. Allow to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 4mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use room temperature cream cheese and avoid overfilling the triangles to prevent spillage during baking.

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