About This Recipe
Cheesecake Crescent Rolls Casserole is a layered dessert dish featuring crescent roll dough and cream cheese filling. The preparation involves rolling cheesecake filling inside crescent dough pieces, arranging them in a baking dish, and topping with a sweet sauce before baking. This creates individual cheesecake portions in casserole form.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Combines flaky crescent dough with creamy cheesecake filling
- Simpler preparation than traditional cheesecake
- Portion-controlled servings in casserole format
- Uses readily available refrigerated dough
- Versatile base for various toppings and sauces
Ingredients
- 2 cans (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 16 ounces (452g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup (100g) light brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup (60ml) heavy cream or whole milk
Step by Step Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Unroll one can of crescent dough and press into bottom of prepared dish, sealing perforations.
- In medium bowl, beat cream cheese, ¾ cup granulated sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Spread cream cheese mixture evenly over dough in baking dish.
- Unroll second can of crescent dough and place over cream cheese layer, sealing perforations.
- In small bowl, combine melted butter, remaining ¼ cup granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and cream. Whisk until smooth.
- Pour butter-sugar mixture evenly over top dough layer.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and center is set.
- Cool in pan for 20 minutes before serving.
FAQ
Can I use puff pastry instead?
Crescent roll dough provides distinct layering; puff pastry will alter texture.
Can I add fruit toppings?
Fruit toppings should be added after baking to prevent excess moisture.
How do I prevent soggy bottom crust?
Ensure oven is fully preheated and bake immediately after assembly.
You Must Know
- Cream cheese must be fully softened for smooth filling
- Sealing dough perforations prevents filling leakage
- Cooling time allows filling to set before cutting
- Baking time varies based on oven calibration and dish material
Storage Tips
- Store covered in refrigerator for up to 4 days
- Reheat individual portions in microwave for 15-20 seconds
- Do not freeze assembled casserole – components separate during thawing
- Unbaked assembled casserole cannot be refrigerated – dough becomes soggy
Enjoy!