Cheesecake Crescent Rolls Casserole Recipe
Cheesecake Crescent Rolls Casserole is a delightful and easy-to-make dessert combining creamy sweetened cream cheese filling sandwiched between layers of buttery crescent roll dough, topped with a cinnamon-sugar crust. Baked to a golden brown perfection, it’s perfect for brunch, dessert, or a sweet snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Base and Top Layers
- 2 cans refrigerated crescent roll dough
- ¼ cup melted butter
Filling
- 2 (8 oz) blocks cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent the dough from sticking during baking.
- Prepare Bottom Layer: Unroll one can of crescent roll dough and press it evenly into the bottom of the greased dish, pinching the seams together carefully to create a continuous dough layer.
- Make Cream Cheese Filling: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with 1 cup granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy, without lumps.
- Spread Filling: Evenly spread the cream cheese mixture over the crescent roll dough layer in the baking dish, ensuring it reaches the edges for uniform flavor.
- Prepare Top Layer: Unroll the second can of crescent roll dough and gently lay it on top of the cream cheese filling. Pinch the edges and seams together to form a smooth and sealed top crust.
- Add Butter and Cinnamon Sugar Topping: Brush the entire top dough layer with the melted butter. In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon with 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, then generously sprinkle this mixture evenly over the buttered surface.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown, bubbly, and the crust is crisp to the touch.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the casserole to cool for at least 20 minutes, which helps it set and makes cutting easier. Optionally, drizzle with honey before serving for extra sweetness and flavor enhancement.
Notes
- Make sure cream cheese is softened to room temperature for a smooth filling.
- Pinch seams of crescent dough firmly to prevent filling from leaking out during baking.
- Allow casserole to cool well before cutting to avoid messy slices.
- Honey drizzle is optional but adds a lovely touch of sweetness.
- This casserole can be served warm or at room temperature.
- Storing leftovers in the refrigerator is recommended; reheat gently before serving.
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