Description
Delightful lemon cheesecake crescent rolls featuring a creamy lemon-flavored filling wrapped in flaky, golden crescent roll dough. These treats combine the tangy brightness of lemon with the smooth richness of cream cheese for a perfect dessert or snack in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Crescent Rolls
- 1 tube refrigerated crescent roll dough
Lemon Cheesecake Filling
- 8 oz softened cream cheese
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tbsp freshly grated lemon zest
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Topping
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure easy cleanup and prevent sticking.
- Prepare Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, freshly squeezed lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until the filling is smooth and creamy.
- Prepare Dough: Unroll the refrigerated crescent roll dough and carefully separate it into individual triangles along the perforated lines.
- Fill and Roll: Place about one tablespoon of the lemon cheesecake mixture at the wide end of each dough triangle. Roll each triangle tightly from the wide end to the narrow end, enclosing the filling completely.
- Arrange for Baking: Position the rolled crescents seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly to allow expansion during baking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the crescent rolls are puffed and golden brown.
- Cool and Garnish: Remove from the oven and let the rolls cool slightly on a wire rack. Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar for a sweet finishing touch before serving.
Notes
- For best results, ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easy mixing.
- Fresh lemon juice and zest provide the brightest flavor; avoid bottled lemon juice if possible.
- You can add a drizzle of honey or lemon glaze after baking for extra sweetness.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerated for up to 4 days.
- These rolls reheat well in a low oven or microwave for a few seconds before serving.
