Description
Delightfully flaky crescent rolls filled with a luscious cream cheese and fresh blueberry filling, baked to golden perfection. These Blueberry Cheesecake Crescent Rolls combine the creamy richness of cheesecake with the bright, juicy burst of blueberries, making for an easy yet elegant treat perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Crescent Rolls
- 1 package crescent roll dough (8 count)
Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp lemon zest (optional)
- 3/4 cup fresh or frozen blueberries (if frozen, thawed and drained)
Egg Wash
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp water
Garnish
- Powdered sugar or vanilla glaze (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling: In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese with granulated sugar and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy. For a bright citrus note, fold in freshly grated lemon zest if desired.
- Prepare the Dough: Carefully unroll the crescent roll dough onto a clean surface. Separate it into 8 individual triangles which will serve as pockets to hold the filling and blueberries.
- Add Filling and Blueberries: Spoon a dollop of the cream cheese mixture near the wide base of each dough triangle. Then, add a spoonful of blueberries on top of the cream cheese filling. Roll each triangle from the wide end towards the narrow tip to securely enclose the filling.
- Apply Egg Wash and Bake: Whisk the egg with water to create an egg wash. Using a pastry brush, gently brush the tops of the rolls for a golden, glossy finish. Place the rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake them according to the package instructions, usually about 12 to 15 minutes, until the rolls puff up and turn golden brown.
- Cool and Garnish: Let the rolls cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them warm to relish the melty cream cheese and juicy blueberries. Optionally, dust the crescent rolls with powdered sugar or drizzle with vanilla glaze for extra sweetness and an elegant presentation.
Notes
- If using frozen blueberries, make sure they are thawed and well-drained to prevent excess moisture from making the dough soggy.
- For a citrus twist, do not skip the lemon zest in the cream cheese filling; it brightens the flavor.
- You can prepare the rolls ahead of time and refrigerate before baking, just add an extra minute or two to the baking time if baking from cold.
- Serve the crescent rolls warm for the best texture and flavor experience.
