f you need a dessert that’s simple to make yet utterly irresistible, Cream Cheese Squares are the perfect solution. These delicious bars feature a buttery crescent roll crust, a sweet cream cheese filling, and a cinnamon sugar topping. They’re quick to prepare, easy to bake, and always a crowd-pleaser, making them ideal for any occasion—from potlucks to family gatherings.
Ingredients
- 2 cans (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for topping)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Bottom Crust: Unroll one can of crescent roll dough and press it evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Pinch together any seams to create a solid crust.
- Make the Cream Cheese Filling: In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, 1 cup of granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Add the Filling: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the bottom crescent roll layer.
- Top with Crescent Roll Dough: Unroll the second can of crescent roll dough and carefully place it over the cream cheese filling. Stretch and pinch the seams together to cover the filling completely.
- Add the Topping: Pour the melted butter over the top layer of crescent roll dough, spreading it evenly. In a small bowl, mix the remaining 1/4 cup of sugar with the ground cinnamon, then sprinkle it evenly over the buttered dough.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbling.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cream cheese squares to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares. Serve at room temperature or chilled.
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