Cheesecake Crescent Rolls

These Cheesecake Crescent Rolls are a delicious and easy dessert that will impress your family and friends. With a flaky crescent roll dough and a creamy cheesecake filling, these treats are perfect for any occasion.

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 your 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 and creamy.
• Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate into triangles. Brush each triangle with melted butter.
• Spoon a dollop of the cream cheese mixture onto each triangle and roll up, starting from the wide end.
• Place the rolls on the baking sheet and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
• Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
• Let the crescent rolls cool before serving.

Popular questions:

• Can I use homemade crescent roll dough instead of store-bought?

Yes, you can substitute homemade crescent roll dough for store-bought dough. Just make sure to roll it out thinly and follow the recipe as directed.

• Can I use low-fat cream cheese for this recipe?

Yes, you can use low-fat cream cheese for a lighter version of this recipe. The taste may be slightly different, but it will still be delicious.

• Can I add fruit to the cream cheese filling?

Yes, you can add chopped fruit such as strawberries or blueberries to the cream cheese filling for a fruity twist on this recipe.

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Helpful tips:

• For extra flavor, add a dash of cinnamon or nutmeg to the cream cheese mixture.
• Sprinkle chopped nuts or chocolate chips on top before baking for added texture.
• Serve with a drizzle of honey or caramel sauce for a decadent finish.
• Experiment with different flavors of cream cheese, such as strawberry or pumpkin spice.

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Expert Secrets:

• Make sure to let the cream cheese soften at room temperature before using for a smoother filling.
• Brushing the crescent rolls with melted butter before baking will help them brown and crisp up nicely.
• Chill the filled crescent rolls in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes before baking for a better shape retention.
• Don’t overfill the crescent rolls with the cream cheese mixture to avoid leaking during baking.

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