Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- In a small mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Unroll the crescent dough and separate into 8 individual triangles.
- Spread approximately 1 tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture evenly over each triangle.
- Starting at the wide end, roll each triangle tightly into a crescent shape, enclosing the filling.
- Brush each roll generously with melted butter, coating all sides.
- In a shallow bowl, combine granulated sugar and cinnamon. Roll each buttered crescent in the mixture until completely coated.
- Place the coated rolls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until the rolls are puffed and golden brown.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy warm for the best texture and flavor.
Variations:
- Pumpkin Spice Twist: Replace cinnamon with pumpkin pie spice in the sugar coating for a fall-inspired version.
- Berry Filled: Add a small spoonful of raspberry or strawberry jam on top of the cream cheese before rolling.
- Nutty Crunch: Sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts inside the roll for added texture and richness.
- Mini Version: Cut the crescent triangles in half and make bite-sized versions for a party platter or brunch spread.
Tips:
- Make sure the cream cheese is fully softened for easy mixing and spreading.
- For extra crisp edges, place the rolls closer to the oven’s top rack during baking.
- If the sugar coating begins to brown too quickly, tent loosely with foil in the last few minutes.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator and reheat in a toaster oven or microwave for a warm treat anytime.
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These Cinnamon Sugar Cream Cheese Rolls are proof that a few simple ingredients can turn into something extraordinary — flaky, creamy, and filled with sweet-spiced bliss in every bite.