Description
Get ready to fall in love with Cheesecake Crescent Rolls—flaky, buttery pastry filled with rich cream cheese, then topped with cinnamon sugar for that perfect golden crunch. This quick and easy recipe is ideal for busy mornings, last-minute desserts, or cozy weekend treats. With just a few pantry staples, you can whip up a crowd-pleasing delight in under 30 minutes. A must-try for anyone looking for delicious breakfast ideas, easy dessert recipes, or new food ideas to impress guests.
Ingredients
1 tube crescent roll dough
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp butter, melted
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tbsp powdered sugar (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a baking dish.
2. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
3. Unroll crescent dough. Spread filling over each piece and roll or fold.
4. Place in baking dish. Brush tops with melted butter.
5. Mix cinnamon with sugar and sprinkle over the rolls.
6. Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
7. Cool slightly. Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm or chilled.
Notes
For a fruit twist, add a spoonful of jam or diced fruit inside each roll before sealing.
Use crescent dough sheets for easier assembly and less leaking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: easy dessert, crescent rolls, cheesecake filling, quick breakfast, brunch ideas