Description
Cheesecake Crescent Rolls Casserole is a simple, crowd-pleasing dessert that combines buttery crescent roll dough with a rich, creamy cheesecake filling. This easy-to-make recipe layers crescent rolls with smooth cream cheese mixture and bakes it to golden perfection, resulting in a luscious, soft, and sweet treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Crescent Rolls
- 2 cans of crescent roll dough
Cheesecake Filling
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice (optional, for added flavor)
Topping
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
- Fresh berries or fruit topping (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking your casserole.
- Soften cream cheese: In a large mixing bowl, add the softened cream cheese. If it’s too firm, microwave it for 15-20 seconds to soften it for easier mixing.
- Mix sugar into cream cheese: Add the granulated sugar to the cream cheese and beat vigorously until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add flavorings: Stir in the vanilla extract and lemon juice (if using) ensuring everything is well combined for a subtle citrus note.
- Incorporate eggs: Crack the eggs into the bowl one at a time, mixing well after each to create a smooth batter without lumps.
- Fold in sour cream: Gently fold in the sour cream until just combined to maintain creaminess without overmixing the batter.
- Prepare crescent roll base: Open the cans of crescent roll dough and separate them into triangles, ready for layering.
- Grease baking dish: Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish using cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Layer bottom crescent rolls: Lay the first can of crescent roll triangles evenly in the bottom of the baking dish, pressing the seams together to create a solid base.
- Spread cheesecake filling: Pour the cream cheese filling over the crescent roll base and spread it out evenly for a smooth layer.
- Top with crescent rolls: Arrange the second can of crescent roll triangles across the filling, pressing seams together carefully to seal in the filling.
- Bake the casserole: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the top turns golden brown and the filling is set.
- Cool down: Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for 10-15 minutes to allow it to set and make slicing easier.
- Dust with powdered sugar: Using a fine mesh sieve or sifter, dust the top with powdered sugar for a sweet finishing touch.
- Slice and serve: Cut the casserole into about 12 squares or rectangles. Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally garnished with fresh berries or fruit topping.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is very soft to make mixing easier and a smoother filling.
- You can add lemon juice for a hint of citrus, but it’s optional based on your taste preferences.
- Fresh berries or fruit toppings are great for adding flavor and color but can be omitted if desired.
- Do not overmix the filling once sour cream is added to keep the texture creamy and light.
- Let the casserole cool slightly before slicing to prevent the filling from spilling.
- Use a non-stick baking dish or greasing generously to avoid sticking and make cleanup easier.
