Description
These Classic Cheesecake Crescent Rolls are a buttery, sweet twist on your favorite pastry! Filled with creamy vanilla-scented cheesecake and baked to golden perfection, these rolls are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a simple dessert. Keywords: cheesecake crescent rolls, cream cheese crescent recipe, easy breakfast rolls, sweet crescent pastries, vanilla cheesecake rolls.
Ingredients
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1 can crescent roll dough
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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2 tbsp melted butter
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1 tbsp cinnamon sugar (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Unroll the crescent dough and separate into individual triangles.
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Spread a layer of the cream cheese mixture onto each triangle.
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Roll up each triangle from the wide end to the tip to form crescent rolls.
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Place the rolls on the prepared baking sheet.
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Brush the tops with melted butter and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar if using.
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Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown.
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Cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Notes
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Try adding a spoonful of fruit jam under the cream cheese for a fruity twist.
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Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with a simple glaze after baking for added sweetness.
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Store leftovers in the fridge and reheat gently in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
