Description
Sweet Pennsylvania Dutch charm meets comfort in this Cheesecake Crescent Rolls Casserole, blending creamy cheesecake filling with buttery pastry layers. Homestyle baking promises delicious rewards for passionate dessert seekers craving a simple yet irresistible treat.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cans crescent roll dough
- 2 packages (8 ounces/226 grams each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Finishing Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (113 grams/4 ounces) melted butter
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating it to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Carefully unfurl the first crescent roll dough, gently pressing it into the bottom of the prepared dish, ensuring complete coverage of the base.
- Create a smooth cream cheese filling by thoroughly blending cream cheese with sugar and vanilla extract until the mixture becomes uniform and creamy.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly across the first layer of dough, using a spatula to achieve a consistent thickness.
- Delicately unroll the second crescent roll dough, positioning it directly on top of the cream cheese layer to create a complete encasement.
- Drizzle melted butter generously over the top layer, allowing it to distribute evenly across the surface.
- Combine sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl, then sprinkle the aromatic mixture over the buttered dough, ensuring complete coverage.
- Transfer the assembled casserole to the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, watching for a golden-brown top that indicates perfect doneness.
- Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool slightly to allow the filling to set before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Choose full-fat cream cheese for richer, more decadent texture and deeper flavor profile.
- Use room temperature cream cheese to ensure smooth, lump-free mixing and even spreading.
- Opt for high-quality vanilla extract to enhance the overall taste of the dessert casserole.
- Consider reducing sugar by 25% for a less sweet version, especially if serving health-conscious guests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg