Lemon cheesecake crescent rolls 

Ingredients:

• 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 (8 oz) can refrigerated crescent roll dough
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for sprinkling)
• Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
2. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice until smooth and creamy.
3. Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles along the perforations.
4. Spoon a heaping tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture onto the wide end of each crescent roll triangle.
5. Starting at the wide end, roll up each crescent roll, enclosing the cream cheese filling inside.
6. Place the rolled crescent rolls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each roll.
7. Brush the tops of the crescent rolls with melted butter, then sprinkle them with granulated sugar.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the crescent rolls are golden brown and puffed up.
9. Remove from the oven and let the lemon cheesecake crescent rolls cool slightly on the baking sheet.
10. Optional: Dust the tops of the cooled crescent rolls with powdered sugar before serving.
11. Serve the lemon cheesecake crescent rolls warm or at room temperature.
12. Enjoy your delicious and easy-to-make lemon cheesecake crescent rolls as a delightful dessert or snack!
13. These lemon cheesecake crescent rolls are perfect for brunch, afternoon tea, or any time you’re craving a sweet treat with a hint of tangy lemon flavor. They’re sure to be a hit with family and friends!