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Freshly baked Lemon Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls, golden brown and fluffy.

Lemon Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls

Indulge in the delightful taste of Lemon Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls! Easy to make and perfect for any occasion. 🍋🥐
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American-inspired comfort food
Servings 4 servings
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Mixing bowl For preparing the filling.
  • 1 Baking Sheet For baking the rolls.
  • 1 Parchment Paper To line the baking sheet.

Ingredients
  

Dough

  • 1 package Refrigerated Crescent Roll Dough A flaky base that wraps around the creamy filling.

Filling

  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Adds a rich, tangy flavor and creamy texture.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the filling and balances the tartness of lemon.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest Infuses a bright, citrusy flavor that elevates the rolls.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Enhances the lemon flavor and adds a refreshing tang.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Adds depth and warmth to the filling.
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar Perfect for a sweet glaze on top.
  • 2 tbsp Butter Brushed on before baking for a golden, crispy finish.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Get ready to create some delightful Lemon Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls with these easy steps!

Step 1: Gather Your Ingredients

  • Collect all your ingredients: crescent roll dough, cream cheese, lemon juice, lemon zest, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.

Step 2: Preheat the Oven

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) so it’s nice and hot when your rolls are ready to bake.

Step 3: Prepare the Filling

  • In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, lemon juice, lemon zest, and powdered sugar. Mix until smooth and creamy.

Step 4: Roll Out the Dough

  • Open the crescent roll dough and carefully unroll it on a clean surface. Separate the triangles.

Step 5: Add the Filling

  • Place a generous spoonful of the lemon cream cheese mixture on the wide end of each triangle.

Step 6: Roll Them Up

  • Starting from the wide end, roll the dough towards the pointed end. Pinch the edges to seal the filling inside.

Step 7: Arrange on a Baking Sheet

  • Place the rolled crescents on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving space between each roll.

Step 8: Bake to Perfection

  • Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and deliciously puffed up.

Step 9: Cool and Glaze

  • Let the rolls cool slightly. Mix powdered sugar with a bit of lemon juice to create a glaze, then drizzle it over the warm rolls.

Step 10: Enjoy!

  • Serve your Lemon Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls warm and enjoy the delightful flavors!
Keyword Crescent Rolls, Lemon, Cream Cheese