Cream Cheese Pumpkin Pie Crescent Rolls
Description
These Cream Cheese Pumpkin Pie Crescent Rolls are a deliciously easy fall dessert or breakfast treat! Flaky crescent rolls are filled with a sweet and creamy pumpkin pie mixture and baked to golden perfection. They’re ready in just 30 minutes, making them perfect for a cozy autumn morning or an afternoon snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 8 crescent rolls 1x
- Category: Dessert, Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (120g) canned pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup (30g) powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar (for topping, optional)
For Drizzle (Optional):
- 1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar
- 1–2 tbsp milk
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Make the Filling:
- In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, pumpkin puree, powdered sugar, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Prepare the Crescent Rolls:
- Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into 8 triangles.
- Place about 1 tablespoon of the pumpkin filling at the wide end of each triangle. Spread it slightly, then roll up the crescent from the wide end to the narrow tip.
- Bake the Rolls:
- Place the filled crescent rolls on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they’re spaced apart.
- Brush each roll with the beaten egg for a golden color.
- Sprinkle with granulated sugar for a bit of extra sweetness, if desired.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
- Make the Drizzle (Optional):
- In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more milk or sugar, as needed.
- Drizzle over the warm crescent rolls before serving.
- Serve:
- Let the crescent rolls cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them warm!
Notes
- Make ahead: You can prepare the filling in advance and store it in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
- Add-ins: For a twist, add mini chocolate chips or chopped pecans to the filling.