Cinnamon Sugar Cream Cheese Rolls (Print Version)
Buttery pastry wraps rich cream cheese with cinnamon sugar for a warm, sweet dessert or snack.
# Ingredients:
→ Dough and Filling
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1 can (227 g) crescent roll dough or puff pastry
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227 g cream cheese, softened
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50 g granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
→ Coating
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120 ml unsalted butter, melted
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100 g granulated sugar
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1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
# Instructions:
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Combine softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon in a mixing bowl. Stir until completely smooth and homogeneous.
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Unroll the crescent roll dough onto a flat surface, gently pressing seams together to form small rectangles.
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Place 1 to 2 teaspoons of cream cheese filling in the center of each rectangle. Fold over the dough to enclose the filling and seal the edges firmly.
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Arrange filled rolls on a parchment-lined baking tray. Bake in a preheated oven at 190°C for 12–15 minutes, or until golden brown. Alternatively, cook in an air fryer at 175°C for 6–8 minutes until golden.
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While still warm, brush each roll with melted butter. Immediately roll the coated rolls in a mixture of granulated sugar and ground cinnamon until fully covered.
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Serve warm for optimal flavor and texture.
# Notes:
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Ensure cream cheese is fully softened for a smooth filling consistency.