Description

Strawberry Cheesecake Crescents are a delightful and easy-to-make dessert featuring flaky crescent roll dough filled with a creamy sweetened cream cheese mixture and fresh strawberries. Baked until golden and topped with melted butter and sugar, these crescents offer a perfect balance of creamy, fruity, and buttery flavors, ideal for a quick treat or party dessert.

Ingredients

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Crescent Dough

1 can (8 oz) crescent roll dough

Cheesecake Filling

8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Fruit Topping

1/2 cup fresh strawberries, diced
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Finishing Touches

1 tablespoon granulated sugar (for sprinkling)
1 tablespoon butter, melted

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
Prepare Dough: Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into individual triangles on a flat surface.
Make Filling: In a medium bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy to create the cheesecake filling.
Assemble Crescents: Spread a generous amount of the cream cheese mixture onto each crescent roll triangle, leaving a small border around the edges to avoid overflow during baking.
Add Strawberries: Place a few diced fresh strawberries on top of the cream cheese filling and drizzle with lemon juice to add a fresh and tangy flavor.
Roll Crescents: Carefully roll each crescent roll from the wide end to the tip, encasing the filling securely inside to form crescent shapes.
Prepare for Baking: Arrange the rolled crescents on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with melted butter and sprinkle evenly with granulated sugar for added flavor and a golden crust.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crescents turn golden brown and the filling is bubbling slightly, indicating they are cooked through.
Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the crescents to cool slightly before serving. Optionally, garnish with extra fresh strawberries for an enhanced presentation.

Notes

Ensure the cream cheese is softened for easier mixing and a smoother filling texture.
For best results, use fresh, ripe strawberries to maximize flavor and juiciness.
If desired, dust the crescents with powdered sugar before serving for an extra touch of sweetness.
Handle the crescent rolls gently to prevent tearing the dough when rolling them with filling.
These crescents are best enjoyed the same day but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.