Cheesecake Crescent Rolls Casserole Recipe

Hi, I’m Sam from dishfoody.com, where comforting classics get a fresh twist. Cheesecake Crescent Rolls Casserole layers buttery crescent dough with thick cream cheese filling under cinnamon-sugar crunch topping.

This dump-and-bake dessert serves 12 in 45 minutes with flaky crust and gooey cheesecake center.

Why This Recipe Works

Crescent dough creates flaky sandwich-style crust without pie crust rolling. Cream cheese beaten with sugar creates pudding-thick filling that holds shape. Cinnamon-sugar butter soak bakes into caramelized crunch layer. Single pan construction seals moisture perfectly. No water bath needed.

Ingredients & Prep

2 cans refrigerated crescent roll dough 8 oz each, 16 oz cream cheese softened, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 tsp vanilla extract, ¼ cup unsalted butter melted, 1 tbsp ground cinnamon, 2 tbsp granulated sugar.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat oven 350°F. Grease 9×13 baking dish. Unroll first can crescent dough; press into bottom sealing seams. Beat cream cheese, 1 cup sugar, vanilla until smooth. Spread evenly over dough. Unroll second can crescent dough; place over filling sealing seams. Brush melted butter over top. Mix cinnamon + 2 tbsp sugar; sprinkle evenly. Bake 30 minutes until golden bubbly. Cool 20 minutes before slicing.

Cheesecake Crescent Rolls Casserole Recipe

Flavor Variations

Variation KeyAdd/SwapResulting Twist
Lemon BlueberryLemon zest + blueberriesSpring brunch
Chocolate HazelnutNutella + hazelnut spreadDessert danish
Apple PieApple pie fillingFall comfort
Strawberry CreamStrawberry jam swirlFruit forward

Storage Tips

Room temperature 2 days. Refrigerate airtight 5 days. Microwave 15 seconds per square revives flaky texture. Freeze individual squares 2 months.

FAQs

Dough raw center? Bake extra 5 minutes + tent foil if browning fast. Filling runny? Ensure cream cheese fully softened + beat 3 minutes smooth. Topping soggy? Use cold butter + sprinkle immediately before baking.

Conclusion

Cheesecake Crescent Rolls Casserole delivers bakery decadence through tube dough simplicity flaky, creamy, cinnamon-crunch perfection.

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Cheesecake Crescent Rolls Casserole Recipe

Cheesecake Crescent Rolls Casserole layers buttery crescent roll dough with ultra-creamy cheesecake filling and cinnamon-sugar crunch topping. Viral dump-and-bake dessert ready in 45 minutes perfect for brunch, potlucks, or Pinterest breakfast boards with gooey cream cheese center and flaky golden crust.

  • Author: ssam
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert/Brunch
  • Method: Oven
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Scale
  • Crescent Layers:
  • 2 (8 oz) cans refrigerated crescent roll dough
  • Cheesecake Filling:
  • 2 (8 oz) blocks cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Cinnamon Sugar Topping:
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon

Instructions

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease 9×13-inch baking dish.
  • 2. Unroll first can crescent dough into dish bottom. Press seams together to seal, creating solid layer.
  • 3. Beat softened cream cheese, 1 cup sugar, and vanilla until smooth and creamy. Spread evenly over dough.
  • 4. Unroll second can crescent dough over cream cheese. Press seams together to seal top layer.
  • 5. Brush melted butter over top dough. Mix 2 tbsp sugar with cinnamon; sprinkle generously over butter.
  • 6. Bake 25-30 minutes until top golden brown and bubbly. Cool 20 minutes before cutting into squares.

Notes

  • Full-fat cream cheese creates richest texture; don’t substitute low-fat.
  • Press crescent seams firmly to prevent leaks during baking.
  • Bake until edges pull slightly from pan sides for perfect doneness.
  • Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle vanilla glaze for Pinterest presentation.
  • Stores 3 days refrigerated; microwave squares 15 seconds for warm gooey center.
  • Freezes beautifully cut first, wrap individually for grab-and-go treats.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 square
  • Calories: 385
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 26g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg

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