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Delicious Lemon Cheesecake Crescent Rolls Recipe

These Lemon Cheesecake Crescent Rolls showcase a delightful blend of zesty lemon and creamy cheesecake nestled in a buttery crescent pastry, making them an ideal treat for spring gatherings or cozy family desserts.

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can 8 oz crescent roll dough
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Unroll the crescent roll dough on a clean surface.
  4. Separate the triangles of crescent dough. Spoon a small amount of the cream cheese mixture onto the wide end of each triangle.
  5. Roll the dough starting from the wide end and gently pressing to seal the filling inside.
  6. Place the rolled crescent rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar.