Description
Cheesecake Crescent Rolls Casserole is a delightful, easy-to-make dessert that combines creamy cheesecake filling with flaky crescent roll layers, topped with a buttery cinnamon sugar crust. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet treat any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
Crescent Roll Layers
- 2 cans crescent roll dough
Cheesecake Filling
- 2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Topping
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Create Bottom Layer: Press one can of crescent roll dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the base layer.
- Make Cheesecake Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, 1 cup granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Spread Filling: Evenly spread the cheesecake mixture over the pressed crescent roll dough to create the middle layer.
- Add Top Layer: Cover the cheesecake filling with the second can of crescent roll dough, pressing gently to seal the edges.
- Apply Topping: Drizzle the melted unsalted butter over the top dough layer, then sprinkle the mixture of 1/4 cup sugar and ground cinnamon evenly across the surface.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the casserole to cool slightly before cutting and serving. This dish can be enjoyed warm or chilled according to your preference.
Notes
- For best results, ensure cream cheese is softened to room temperature before mixing to avoid lumps.
- You can add fresh fruit like sliced strawberries or blueberries on the cream cheese layer for extra flavor.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently in the oven or microwave before serving to restore softness.
