Ingredients:
For the Crescent Rolls:
2 cans (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent roll dough
For the Lemon Cheesecake Filling:
1 package (8 oz) softened cream cheese
1/2 cup granulated sugar
Zest of 2 lemons
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Lemon Glaze:
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon milk
Lemon zest for garnish
Instructions:
Preheat and Prepare:
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prepare Lemon Cheesecake Filling:
2. In a mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until the mixture achieves a smooth, creamy consistency.
Unroll Crescent Dough:
3. Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles.
Spread the Filling:
4. Spoon a generous tablespoon of the lemon cheesecake filling onto each crescent triangle, spreading it evenly while leaving a small border around the edges.
Roll Up the Crescents:
5. Starting from the wide end, roll up each crescent, enclosing the lemon cheesecake filling. Place the rolled crescents on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake to Golden Perfection:
6. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crescents achieve a golden brown hue, and the filling is set.
Prepare Lemon Glaze:
7. While the crescents are baking, whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and milk in a bowl until the glaze achieves a smooth consistency.
Drizzle with Glaze:
8. Once the crescents are out of the oven, let them cool briefly. Drizzle the lemon glaze over the top of each crescent, and garnish with lemon zest.
Cooking Notes:
Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure that the cream cheese is thoroughly softened at room temperature for a smooth, lump-free filling.
Even Filling Distribution: Use a spoon to evenly distribute the lemon cheesecake filling across each crescent.
Adjust Lemon Zest: Tailor the amount of lemon zest to your preference for a more or less pronounced lemon flavor.
Glaze Consistency: Adjust the glaze consistency by adding more powdered sugar for a thicker texture or more lemon juice for a thinner drizzle.