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Crescent Cheesecake Rolls : A Buttery Dessert

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If you love flaky, buttery crescent rolls and rich, creamy cheesecake, this Crescent Cheesecake Rolls recipe is the perfect dessert for you!

Ingredients

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For the Cheesecake Filling:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened

  • ½ cup granulated sugar

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Crescent Roll Layers:

  • 1 can crescent dough sheet (or crescent rolls, unrolled)

  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted

  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)

For the Topping (Optional):

  • ¼ cup powdered sugar (for dusting)

  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon (for extra flavor)

  • 1 tablespoon honey or caramel drizzle

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2: Make the Cheesecake Filling

  1. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 3: Assemble the Crescent Rolls

  1. Unroll the crescent dough sheet and cut into 8 rectangles.

  2. Spoon 1 tablespoon of cheesecake filling onto the center of each rectangle.

  3. Fold the dough over the filling and pinch the edges to seal.

Step 4: Brush with Butter & Bake

  1. Brush each roll with melted butter and sprinkle with sugar & cinnamon.

  2. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.

Step 5: Cool & Serve

  1. Let cool for 5 minutes, then dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with honey.

  2. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use crescent dough sheets – They make sealing the rolls easier.

  • Chill the filling – This prevents it from spreading too much during baking.

  • Want extra crispiness? – Brush with an egg wash instead of butter before baking.

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Keywords: Crescent Cheesecake

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