Cheesecake Crescent Rolls Casserole Recipe
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Baking Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Intensity: Moderate
Ingredients:
- 2 cans (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent rolls
- 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Cinnamon-sugar mixture (optional, for sprinkling)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
- Fresh berries or fruit (for garnish, optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and set it aside.
- Prepare Crescent Roll Base:
- Unroll one can of crescent rolls and press them into the bottom of the prepared baking dish, covering the entire bottom to form a crust. Press the seams together to seal.
- Prepare Cheesecake Filling:
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Layer Cheesecake Filling:
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the crescent roll crust in the baking dish.
- Top with Second Crescent Roll Layer:
- Unroll the second can of crescent rolls and place it on top of the cream cheese layer, covering it completely. Again, press the seams together to seal.
- Drizzle with Melted Butter:
- Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top layer of crescent rolls. Sprinkle a cinnamon-sugar mixture on top if desired for added flavor.
- Bake:
- Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for about 30 minutes or until the crescent rolls are golden brown and the cheesecake filling is set.
- Cool and Serve:
- Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool slightly. Dust with powdered sugar if desired. Cut into squares and serve warm or chilled.
- Garnish (Optional):
- Garnish the cheesecake crescent rolls casserole with fresh berries or fruit before serving for a delightful and colorful presentation.
Note: This cheesecake crescent rolls casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that combines the creamy goodness of cheesecake with the flaky layers of crescent rolls. It’s perfect for gatherings, potlucks, or simply as a sweet treat for your family. Enjoy!