Lemon Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls: Zesty Bites for Every Occasion
Tangy lemon and creamy cheese meet flaky bakery-style dough in these easy crescent rolls. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, they balance sweet and zesty flavors with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 14
- Total Time: 34
- Yield: 24 rolls
- Category: All Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 can (8-count) refrigerated crescent rolls
4 oz cream cheese, softened
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
½ tsp lemon extract
Zest of 1 lemon
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
½ tsp lemon zest
1 tbsp milk or cream
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
Beat cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth
Add fresh lemon juice, lemon extract, and lemon zest (reserved from zesting)
Spoon 1 heaping tablespoon of filling onto the wide end of each dough triangle
Roll up from wide end, tucking in edges to enclose filling
Place seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet
Whisk powdered sugar, 2 tbsp lemon juice, and reserved lemon zest for glaze
Drizzle glaze over rolls and brush a thin layer on top
Bake for 14 minutes or until golden and crisp
Notes
Use chilled crescent rolls for easier handling
For fluffier rolls, avoid overfilling
glaze can be adjusted with more liquid for desired consistency
Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days
Find it online: https://elitesrecipes.com/lemon-cream-cheese-crescent-rolls/