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Easy Berry Cream Cheese Stuffed Crescent Rolls Recipe

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4.7 from 55 reviews
  • Author: Naomi
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

Delight in these Easy Berry Cream Cheese Stuffed Crescent Rolls, featuring a luscious cream cheese and fresh berry filling nestled in flaky crescent dough. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack, these rolls are baked to golden perfection and optionally finished with a sweet vanilla glaze for added indulgence.

Ingredients

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Crescent Rolls

  • 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough

Filling

  • 8 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or mixed berries, chopped if large)
  • Optional: small amount of lemon zest (especially good with blueberries)

Glaze (Optional)

  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
  2. Make the Cream Cheese Filling: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in the fresh berries. If using strawberries, chop them into small pieces. If using frozen berries, thaw and pat dry to avoid excess moisture. Add lemon zest if desired to brighten the flavor.
  3. Prepare the Crescent Dough: Unroll the refrigerated crescent roll dough and separate it into individual triangles along the perforated lines.
  4. Fill and Roll: Place approximately 1 tablespoon of the berry cream cheese mixture at the wide end of each crescent triangle. Carefully roll the dough toward the narrow tip, ensuring the filling is tucked inside. Lightly seal the edges to prevent leakage during baking.
  5. Bake: Arrange the stuffed crescent rolls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until the rolls are golden brown and flaky.
  6. Add the Glaze (Optional): Allow the rolls to cool slightly. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the warm pastries for added sweetness and shine.
  7. Serve: Serve the crescent rolls warm to enjoy the best texture and burst of flavor from the berries and cream cheese filling.

Notes

  • Use fresh berries for best flavor; if using frozen, thaw and drain well to avoid soggy dough.
  • Softening cream cheese at room temperature helps achieve a smooth filling.
  • Sealing the edges of the crescent rolls well helps prevent filling leakage during baking.
  • Glazing the rolls is optional but adds a lovely sweetness and attractive finish.
  • These rolls are best enjoyed warm on the day they are made.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: berry crescent rolls, cream cheese crescent, baked berry pastries, easy breakfast rolls, sweet crescent rolls

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