Lemon Cheesecake Crescent Rolls
Lemon Cheesecake Crescent Rolls are a delightful twist on a classic dessert. They combine the creamy goodness of cheesecake with the flaky texture of crescent rolls, all infused with a zesty lemon flavor.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 280kcal
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 can crescent roll dough
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (for glaze)
- 1 tablespoon milk (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles.
- Place a spoonful of the cheesecake filling at the wide end of each triangle and roll up tightly.
- Place the rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- While the rolls are baking, prepare the glaze by mixing 1 cup powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon milk until smooth.
- Drizzle the glaze over the warm rolls before serving.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
For a tangier glaze, add more lemon juice. You can also experiment by adding blueberries or strawberries to the filling for a fruity twist!
Nutrition
Calories: 280kcal | Fat: 14g