Description

Delight in the creamy, sweet goodness of Cheesecake Crescent Rolls, a simple dessert recipe that layers a smooth cream cheese filling between buttery crescent roll dough, topped with cinnamon sugar and baked to golden perfection. This treat combines the flakiness of crescent rolls with the rich, tangy flavor of cheesecake for a crowd-pleasing, easy-to-make dessert perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

Crescent Roll Base

2 cans of Pillsbury Crescent rolls

Cheesecake Filling

2 (8 oz each) packages of cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar, plus more for sprinkling
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Topping

1/4 cup butter, melted
Cinnamon for sprinkling
Honey for drizzling (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9 x 13-inch baking dish by lightly greasing it or lining it with parchment paper for an easier cleanup process.
Prepare the Base: Unroll one can of crescent rolls and lay the dough flat at the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Press the seams together to form a single, even sheet that will serve as the base layer.
Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese with 1 cup of sugar and 1 1/2 teaspoons of vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until the filling is smooth, creamy, and well combined.
Assemble the Rolls: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the crescent roll base. Then unroll the second can of crescent rolls and carefully place it on top of the cream cheese layer. Press the edges gently to seal the top and bottom layers together.
Add Toppings: Melt the butter and brush it generously over the top layer of crescent rolls. Sprinkle a combination of cinnamon and sugar heavily over the buttered surface for sweet, spicy flavor and a beautiful golden crust.
Bake: Place the assembled dish into the preheated oven and bake for 20-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly, indicating that it’s perfectly cooked through.
Cool and Serve: Remove the cheesecake crescent rolls from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before slicing. For an extra sweet touch, drizzle honey over the top just before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Softening the cream cheese ahead of time helps create a smoother filling.
Ensure the crescent roll seams are pressed together well to prevent leaks while baking.
The honey drizzle is optional but adds a nice complementary sweetness.
Use parchment paper in the baking dish for easier removal and cleanup.
This dessert is best enjoyed the day it’s baked but can be stored in the fridge for 1-2 days.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: cheesecake crescent rolls, easy dessert, cinnamon sugar crescent rolls, cream cheese dessert, baked crescent rolls