Cheesecake Crescent Rolls
A delicious and easy recipe for Cheesecake Crescent Rolls that will satisfy your sweet tooth cravings!
Ingredients:
- 2 cans (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- Cinnamon sugar for sprinkling
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate into triangles.
- Spread a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture onto each triangle.
- Roll up the triangles starting from the wider end to form crescent shapes.
- Place the rolls on the prepared baking sheet and brush with melted butter.
- Sprinkle cinnamon sugar on top of the rolls.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
Popular questions:
- Can I use reduced-fat cream cheese for this recipe?
- Can I substitute the granulated sugar with honey?
- How can I store leftover Cheesecake Crescent Rolls?
Yes, you can use reduced-fat cream cheese as a lighter option, but the texture may vary slightly.
While honey can be used as a substitute, it may alter the flavor of the cheesecake filling.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Helpful tips:
- Try adding a sprinkle of nuts or chocolate chips to the cream cheese filling for extra texture.
- Dust the finished rolls with powdered sugar for a pretty presentation.
- Experiment with different flavors of extract for a unique twist on the classic recipe.
Expert Secrets:
- To prevent the rolls from sticking to the baking sheet, lightly grease or use parchment paper.
- For a richer flavor, use full-fat cream cheese instead of reduced-fat options.