Divine Citrus Euphoria: Lemon Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls – A Flaky Symphony of Sweet and Tangy Bliss! 🍋🥐✨
Description: Embark on a gastronomic journey that transcends the ordinary with our irresistible Lemon Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls. Picture this: golden, flaky crescent rolls embracing a luscious filling of velvety cream cheese infused with the zesty essence of lemons. It’s a culinary masterpiece that dances on your taste buds, leaving behind a trail of sweet and tangy ecstasy. Elevate your baking repertoire and embrace the divine union of textures and flavors in every heavenly bite. 🌈🍋
Ingredients:
- 1 tube crescent roll dough 🥐
- 1 package cream cheese, softened 🧀
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar 🍚
- Zest of 2 lemons 🍋
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 🍋
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 🌿
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting) 🍰
Price Estimate:
- Crescent roll dough: $2.50
- Cream cheese: $3.00
- Granulated sugar: $2.00
- Lemons: $3.50
- Vanilla extract: $2.00
- Powdered sugar: $1.50
Total Estimated Cost: $14.50
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Unroll the crescent roll dough onto a flat surface and separate into individual triangles.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add granulated sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract to the cream cheese. Mix until well combined.
- Spoon a dollop of the cream cheese mixture onto the wide end of each crescent triangle.
- Roll up the triangles, starting from the wide end, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the rolls are golden brown and puffed.
- Allow the rolls to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Can I make these Lemon Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls ahead of time?
- Absolutely! Prepare the rolls and refrigerate them overnight. Bake them fresh in the morning for a delightful breakfast treat.
- Can I use store-bought lemon juice instead of fresh lemons?
- While fresh lemon juice is recommended for optimal flavor, you can use store-bought lemon juice as a convenient alternative.
- Can I freeze these rolls for later?
- Yes, you can freeze the unbaked rolls. Arrange them on a baking sheet, freeze until solid, and then transfer to a sealed bag. Bake directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.
Delight your senses and those of your loved ones with the enchanting aroma and divine taste of Lemon Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls. It’s a journey to citrus-infused bliss that your taste buds will thank you for! 🍋🥐💛