Description
These Lemon Cheesecake Crescent Rolls offer a delightful blend of creamy lemon-flavored cheesecake filling wrapped in flaky, golden crescent dough. Perfect for a sweet breakfast treat or a light dessert, they are topped with a tangy lemon glaze and a hint of fresh lemon peel for an extra burst of citrus flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 1 block package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened at room temperature
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 4 teaspoons grated lemon peel from 1 large lemon
Dough
- 1 can (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls or crescent dough sheets
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
Lemon Glaze
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 2 to 3 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
Garnish
- Fresh grated lemon peel for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Cream Cheese Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and grated lemon peel. Beat until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring all the ingredients are well incorporated.
- Fill and Roll Crescent Dough: Unroll the refrigerated crescent dough onto a clean surface. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over each triangle. Starting at the wide end, roll up each crescent dough triangle tightly towards the point, sealing the edges gently.
- Bake the Rolls: Place the rolled crescents on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with the melted butter. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown and cooked through.
- Prepare Lemon Glaze: While the rolls bake, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth and slightly runny to form a glaze.
- Glaze and Garnish: Remove the warm rolls from the oven and immediately drizzle the lemon glaze over the tops. Garnish with freshly grated lemon peel if desired. Serve warm for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute the cream cheese with a dairy-free alternative to make this recipe vegan-friendly, but texture and flavor may vary.
- Adjust the amount of lemon juice in the glaze to your preferred tartness.
- For a richer flavor, add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently before serving.
