Crescent Roll Coffee Cake
A sweet and flaky coffee cake featuring crescent rolls, cream cheese filling, cinnamon sugar topping, perfect for breakfast or brunch gatherings.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Spread half of the crescent rolls in a 9 x 13-inch pan.
- Mix cream cheese, egg, 3/4 cup sugar, and vanilla; beat well and spread over the rolls in the pan.
- Top with the remaining half of the crescent rolls.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 5 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix 3/4 cup sugar and cinnamon.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the top of the cake.
- Bake for an additional 25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
Tips & Substitutions
For a richer flavor, consider adding a dash of almond extract along with the vanilla. If you're out of crescent rolls, you can use puff pastry as a substitute. To make this dish lighter, swap cream cheese for Greek yogurt or cottage cheese. Adjust the sugar based on your sweetness preference, especially if you plan to serve this alongside sweet dishes like Chocolate Peanut Butter Cream Pie.
Serving Suggestions
This Crescent Roll Coffee Cake is perfect for brunch or as a sweet treat alongside your morning coffee. Consider pairing it with fresh fruit or a side of yogurt for a balanced meal. It also goes well with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for dessert. For a delightful contrast, serve with Homemade Sweet Mustard on the side for dipping.
Storage & Reheating
Allow the coffee cake to cool completely before storing it in an airtight container. It can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze individual pieces wrapped tightly in plastic wrap and then in foil for up to 2 months. Reheat in the microwave for a few seconds or enjoy it cold.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Crescent Roll Coffee Cake contains roughly 415 calories, with 6g protein, 70g carbohydrates, and 6g fat. It is a good source of vitamin C (16% of the Daily Value), calcium (13% of the Daily Value), and protein (11% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I prepare the cake in advance?
Absolutely! You can prepare the cake up to the baking stage and refrigerate it overnight. Just make sure to cover it well to prevent it from drying out. When ready to bake, simply add a few extra minutes to the baking time if it’s coming straight from the fridge.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).