Cheesecake Crescent Rolls
Cheesecake Crescent Rolls are a delightful fusion of creamy cheesecake filling wrapped in flaky crescent dough, offering an irresistible treat perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. With their golden crust and melt-in-your-mouth texture, these rolls will be the highlight of any gathering. In just 30 minutes, you can create these sweet indulgences that are easily customizable with your favorite toppings or fillings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (8 oz) crescent roll dough
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 large egg yolk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and egg yolk until smooth.
- Roll out the crescent dough on a clean surface and separate into triangles.
- Spoon about 1 tablespoon of cheesecake filling onto the wide end of each triangle.
- Roll each triangle from the wide end toward the tip; place seam-side down on a greased baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (52g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: For lighter rolls, substitute ricotta cheese for cream cheese. Add chocolate chips or fruit preserves to the filling for extra flavor. Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with chocolate sauce before serving.