Description
Lemon cheesecake crescent rolls blend zesty citrus with creamy comfort in a delightful pastry fusion. Buttery crescents wrap around tangy filling, offering a perfect balance of sweet and tart that delights taste buds and satisfies dessert cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
Pastry:
- 1 package crescent roll dough
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) butter, melted
Filling:
- 8 oz (226 g) cream cheese, softened
- 3 tablespoons (45 ml) lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) sugar
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Topping:
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and non-stick baking.
- Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate into individual triangles, creating a smooth surface for filling.
- In a mixing bowl, whip the cream cheese until smooth and creamy, eliminating any lumps for a silky texture.
- Incorporate lemon juice, sugar, and lemon zest into the cream cheese mixture, stirring until fully blended and fragrant.
- Spread an even layer of the zesty cream cheese filling onto each crescent dough triangle, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Carefully roll each triangle from the wide end to the point, ensuring the filling is securely enclosed within the pastry.
- Brush the rolled crescents with melted butter, which will help create a golden, crisp exterior during baking.
- Arrange the filled crescents on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart to allow even heat circulation.
- Bake for 11-13 minutes, or until the pastries turn a rich, golden brown and emit a tantalizing aroma.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet.
- Prepare the glaze by whisking powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth and drizzling consistency.
- Generously drizzle the lemon glaze over the warm crescent rolls, allowing it to cascade down the sides.
- Serve immediately while warm for the most delightful texture and flavor experience.
Notes
- Softly whip cream cheese at room temperature to prevent lumps and achieve a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Zest lemons before juicing to maximize flavor extraction and ensure bright, vibrant citrus notes.
- Choose full-fat cream cheese for richer, more indulgent filling that holds its shape during baking.
- Seal crescent roll edges carefully to prevent filling from leaking during the baking process.
- For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for half the cream cheese and use reduced-fat crescent rolls.
- Sprinkle extra lemon zest on top of the glaze for an intense, fresh citrus punch.
- Allow rolls to cool slightly before glazing to prevent the sugar from becoming too runny.
- Store leftover rolls in an airtight container and reheat briefly in the oven to maintain crispy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 290 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg