The Cream Cheese Croissant Dessert is a delightful treat that combines flaky croissants with a rich cream cheese filling for a truly indulgent experience. Perfect for brunch or a sweet snack, the dish is sure to impress your friends and family alike.
When preparing the Cream Cheese Croissant Dessert, consider using full-fat cream cheese for a richer flavor, especially if you want to indulge a little more. If you’re looking for a lower-calorie option, low-fat works just fine. For those with egg allergies, you could explore egg substitutes, but the egg white brush adds a lovely finish. And if you love cinnamon, feel free to sprinkle some on top for an extra flavor boost.
Scones, Biscuits & Pastry
Cream Cheese Croissant Dessert Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 (8 ounce) packages refrigerated croissants
- 16 ounces blocks low-fat cream cheese (room temp)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon sugar, for topping
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 large egg, separated
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Lightly grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- Open and unroll one package of croissants, keeping them as is, and lay them at the bottom of the prepared pan, pinching together the perforated edges as needed to create a solid layer.
- In a mixing bowl, combine 16 ounces of room temperature low-fat cream cheese, 1 cup of sugar, 1 teaspoon of vanilla, and the yolk from 1 large egg. Mix until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the layer of croissants.
- Unroll the second package of croissants and lay them on top of the cream cheese mixture, creating the final layer.
- Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the top layer is very lightly browned.
- Once out of the oven, immediately brush the top with the egg white and sprinkle with the remaining 1 tablespoon of sugar. For an added touch, consider sprinkling a bit of cinnamon over the sugar.
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