Follow these steps for perfect results
Cream Cheese
softened
Sugar
divided
Vanilla
Refrigerated Crescent Dinner Rolls
unrolled
Butter
melted
Cinnamon
Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Lightly coat a 13x9x2 inch baking pan with cooking spray and set aside.
In a small mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, 1 cup of sugar, and vanilla with an electric mixer on medium speed until fluffy.
Unroll one package of crescent rolls, being careful not to separate the rolls.
Place the dough in the bottom of the prepared baking pan, pressing the perforations together to seal.
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the dough.
Unroll the second package of crescent rolls, again being careful not to separate the rolls.
Press the perforations together to seal, and place the dough on top of the cream cheese mixture.
Crimp the edges of the dough to seal the filling inside.
Drizzle the melted butter over the top of the dough.
In a small bowl, stir together the remaining sugar and cinnamon.
Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the top of the dough.
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
Cool slightly before cutting into squares.
Serve warm or at room temperature.
Expert advice for the best results
For a richer flavor, use brown butter instead of melted butter.
Add a layer of fruit preserves between the cream cheese and top layer of dough.
Dust with powdered sugar after baking for a more elegant presentation.
Everything you need to know before you start
10 minutes
Can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving.
Cut into squares and arrange on a platter. Garnish with a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of caramel sauce.
Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Serve with a dollop of whipped cream.
Serve with fresh fruit.
Pairs well with the cinnamon and sweetness.
Sweet wine complements the dessert.
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A fusion dessert blending American cheesecake with Mexican sopapillas.
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