Cheesecake Crescent Rolls Casserole – Easy Dessert Recipe for Parties
Cheesecake crescent rolls casserole is a rich, creamy, and buttery dessert that’s perfect for sharing! Crescent roll dough is layered with sweet cheesecake filling and baked until golden brown. Ideal for holidays, potlucks, or family gatherings, this easy recipe is sure to impress.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch casserole dish
- Parchment paper
- Mixing bowls
- Spatula
- Electric mixer or whisk
- Pastry brush
- Serrated knife
Ingredients
- 2 cans refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (for topping)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare Base: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line casserole dish with parchment. Press one can of crescent dough into the bottom, sealing seams.
- Make Filling: Beat cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth. Taste and adjust sweetness.
- Layer Filling: Spread cream cheese mixture evenly over crescent base.
- Top Layer: Place second can of crescent dough over filling, sealing seams.
- Butter & Topping: Brush melted butter over top. Mix cinnamon and sugar, then sprinkle generously.
- Bake: Bake 30–35 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool & Slice: Cool completely, then chill for 1 hour. Slice into neat squares with a serrated knife.
Notes
- Always soften cream cheese for smooth filling.
- Chill before slicing for clean squares.
- Don’t overbake—remove when golden and slightly set.
- Add fruit preserves, chocolate chips, or nuts for creative variations.
- Serve warm with whipped cream or chilled for cheesecake-like texture.