I make this recipe often and everyone always raves about them
Diving into a treasured family recipe always feels like uncovering a culinary treasure, and today, I’m thrilled to share a dish that’s very close to my heart: the Cheesecake Crescent Rolls Casserole. This delightful recipe marries the indulgence of creamy cheesecake with the comfort of buttery, flaky crescent rolls in a way that’s nothing short of magical. Passed down through generations in my family, this casserole never fails to leave a lasting impression on anyone who tastes it.
Ingredients
2 cans (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent roll dough
2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup granulated sugar for topping
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Preparation
Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
Prepare the Dough: Unroll one can of crescent roll dough and press it into the bottom of the dish, carefully sealing any seams.
Make the Filling: In a medium bowl, blend the cream cheese, 1 cup of sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth. Evenly spread this cream cheese mixture over the layer of crescent roll dough in your dish.
Add the Top Layer: Unroll the second can of crescent roll dough and place it over the cream cheese layer, pressing along the edges to seal.
Add Toppings: Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top layer. Mix 1/4 cup of sugar with the ground cinnamon and sprinkle this sweet, spicy mixture over the butter.
Bake: Place the casserole in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the dough turns golden brown and the cheesecake filling sets.
Cool and Serve: Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving to ensure it cuts cleanly. Then, dig in and enjoy the blissful combination of flavors and textures.
Embracing this Cheesecake Crescent Rolls Casserole means more than just preparing a dish; it’s about celebrating the joy and connection food can bring to our lives. Whether it’s a casual family dinner or a special occasion, this casserole promises to be a standout favorite. So, go ahead, give it a try, and perhaps start a new tradition in your own family.