Description
These Lemon Cheesecake Crescent Rolls are a delightful, easy-to-make dessert featuring flaky crescent roll dough filled with a creamy lemon-infused cheesecake filling. Topped with a tangy lemon glaze, they combine the zestiness of lemon with the smooth richness of cream cheese for a perfect sweet treat that’s ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Crescent Rolls
- 1 package (8 count) refrigerated crescent rolls
Cheesecake Filling
- 4 ounces cream cheese, cold
- 2 Tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon lemon extract
- Zest of 1/2 lemon
Lemon Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 Tablespoons lemon juice
- Zest of 1/2 lemon
Instructions
- Prepare Cheesecake Filling: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cold cream cheese, granulated sugar, lemon extract, and lemon zest. Beat on medium-high speed using a mixer until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy, ensuring the filling is well blended.
- Fill & Shape Rolls: Unroll the crescent roll dough onto a clean surface, revealing triangles. Spoon an even amount of the cheesecake filling onto the wider end of each triangle. Carefully roll up each triangle starting from the wide end, gently tucking in the corners to form crescent shapes.
- Bake: Place the filled crescent rolls about 2 inches apart on a lightly greased or parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 12 to 14 minutes, or until the rolls turn golden brown and fully cooked.
- Cool: Remove the rolls from the oven and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Cooling prior to glazing helps the glaze adhere properly without melting off.
- Make the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest until the mixture is smooth and pourable, creating a sweet and tangy glaze.
- Glaze the Rolls: Drizzle the prepared lemon glaze evenly over the cooled crescent rolls. Allow the glaze to set before serving to achieve a beautiful finish and enhanced lemon flavor.
Notes
- For best results, use cold cream cheese to prevent lumps in the filling.
- You can adjust the amount of lemon juice in the glaze to achieve your preferred level of tartness.
- Store leftover rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days; reheat slightly before serving if desired.
- Optional: Sprinkle a little extra lemon zest on top of the glaze for added color and brightness.
- Ensure rolls are completely cool before glazing to avoid the glaze melting off.
