Cheesecake Crescent Rolls offer a delightful fusion of creamy cheesecake and flaky pastry, creating a tantalizing treat perfect for any occasion. This recipe seamlessly blends the simplicity of Pillsbury Crescent rolls with the rich, velvety texture of cream cheese, heightened by a touch of vanilla and a sprinkle of cinnamon. The result is a delectable dessert that’s both easy to make and irresistibly indulgent. Whether served as a sweet brunch addition or a dessert for gatherings, these Cheesecake Crescent Rolls are sure to become a favorite for their delightful taste and simplicity.
Ingredients:
- 2 cans of refrigerated crescent dough sheets
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Ground cinnamon
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- Honey (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9 x 13-inch baking dish (or an 8 x 8-inch dish for a smaller portion).
- Lay one can of crescent dough sheets in the bottom of the prepared baking dish, ensuring full coverage.
- In a bowl, blend the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the layer of crescent dough.
- Carefully unroll the second can of crescent dough sheets and place them on top of the cream cheese layer.
- Pour the melted butter over the top layer of crescent dough.
- Generously sprinkle ground cinnamon over the buttered dough.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-30 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- Optionally, drizzle a little honey over the baked pastry for added sweetness.
- Allow the pastry to cool slightly before cutting into squares and serving.
Enjoy these delectable cinnamon cream cheese pastry squares as a delightful treat!
