Cheesecake Crescent Rolls Casserole
A warm, flaky dessert featuring crescent rolls enveloping a creamy cheesecake filling, perfect for cozy nights in or joyful brunches.
Ingredients
For the Casserole
- 1 can crescent roll dough Flaky base, store-bought or homemade.
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened Main cheesecake filling.
- 1/2 cup sugar Sweetens the filling.
- 1 tsp vanilla extract Pure extract recommended for best flavor.
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar Adds sweetness and smooth texture.
- 1 large egg Binding agent in the filling.
- 1 tsp lemon juice Adds a refreshing zesty flavor.
- 1/2 cup fruit topping (optional) Cherries, blueberries, or other fruits.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, powdered sugar, egg, and lemon juice. Mix until smooth.
- Roll out the crescent dough and place it in a greased casserole dish, pressing it to cover the base.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the crescent dough.
- Roll up the dough tightly and slice it into pinwheels, placing them snugly in the dish.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Top with fruit if desired and serve warm.
Notes
Serve warm with a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of whipped cream. For a twist, add a scoop of vanilla ice cream or Greek yogurt.