Raspberry Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls (Easy Breakfast or Dessert)
6/1/2026
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These raspberry cream cheese crescent rolls taste straight from a local bakery, but with minimal effort! Each buttery crescent roll is filled with a sweet, tart, and tangy raspberry cream cheese filling and bakes up beautifully in just 10 minutes. Enjoy these bite-sized treats anytime of day – for breakfast, as a snack, or dessert.
Why I’m Obsessed
Simple to make: It doesn’t get easier than this! Fill pre-made crescent roll dough with a 4-ingredient cream cheese filling, roll, and bake.
Adorable! Mini treats are always so cute and these are no exception. They’re a fun addition to luncheons, showers, and special celebrations.
Kid-approved: Whenever I make these filled crescent rolls, they’re a hit with kids and adults.
What You’ll Need
- Cream cheese: The base of the sweet, tangy filling. Use full-fat cream cheese and make sure it’s softened to room temperature before beginning.
- Powdered sugar: To sweeten and thicken the filling. Save some to dust onto the baked rolls before serving.
- Vanilla extract: A splash of pure vanilla extract intensifies the flavor of the filling.
- Raspberries: I love the combination of tart, fresh raspberries with the sweet cream cheese filling. They add a beautiful pop of color, too!
- Crescent rolls: To keep this recipe truly simple, I recommend using a pre-made crescent roll dough. I like to use Pillsbury crescent rolls – they bake up ultra buttery, tender, and flaky.
How to Make Raspberry Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls
With just 10 minutes of prep time and 10 minutes of bake time, these stuffed rolls are wildly quick and easy to prepare! For the full recipe with detailed instructions, see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Make the filling.
- Fold in the raspberries.
- Fill + roll the crescent rolls.
- Bake.
- Dust with powdered sugar + serve!
Tip: Be careful not to overfill the crescent rolls or they may burst open while baking. Use a 1.5-tablespoon cookie scoop to ensure you have the right amount of filling for each roll. You can also seal the edges of the dough with your fingers or a fork to prevent the rolls from opening up while baking.
Variations to Try
Use this sweet cream cheese filling as a base for your favorite flavors – the possibilities are endless!
Instead of raspberries, try blueberries or chopped strawberries.
Use your favorite kind of crescent roll dough or make your own!
Mix chopped almonds or pecans into the filling for a little crunch.
Garnish with a drizzle of melted chocolate before serving.
Serving Ideas
Add these raspberry cream cheese crescent rolls to any brunch spread alongside other bite-sized eats like bacon and cheddar scones, mini quiche florentine, or breakfast charcuterie.
They’re also delicious as an after dinner sweet treat or as a snack with hot tea or coffee. Don’t forget the dusting of powdered sugar!
FAQ
The filling is likely lumpy because the cream cheese wasn’t softened to room temperature. Soft cream cheese is easier to combine with the other ingredients to create a smooth texture. Here are 4 ways to soften cream cheese quickly for next time!
Yes! Assemble the rolls and refrigerate them for up to 24 hours before baking. Cover them tightly with plastic wrap so they don’t dry out.
Yes. Simply omit the raspberries from the filling and fill each crescent roll with 1 tablespoon of the cream cheese filling (instead of 1.5 tablespoons).
Storage Instructions
Store raspberry cream cheese crescent rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. You can also freeze them before or after baking:
To freeze before baking: Assemble the rolls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze for 1 hour, then transfer the frozen rolls to a freezer-safe bag or container. Bake from frozen and add a few extra minutes to the bake time.
To freeze after baking: Freeze the rolls in an airtight container or freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight and reheat in the oven or microwave.
Raspberry Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls
Ingredients
- 8 oz. cream cheese, room temperature
- 5 tablespoons powdered sugar, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 6 oz. raspberries
- 8 oz. Pillsbury crescent rolls
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
Make the Filling
- Place the cream cheese, 4 tablespoons of powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a large bowl.
- Use a hand mixer set to medium/high speed to mix until smooth and creamy. Scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl as needed.
- Gently fold in the raspberries.
Assemble the Crescent Rolls
- Working 1 crescent roll at a time, lay a crescent roll on a clean work surface. Press the wider end of the triangle to slightly stretch out the dough.
- Scoop 1.5 tablespoons of the raspberry cream cheese filling onto the middle of the bottom/larger end. Smooth it out if needed. Roll up the crescent roll (starting with the wider end) and place it on the prepared baking sheet.
- Repeat until all crescent rolls have been filled and rolled, placing them 2-3 inches apart on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes or until the rolls are lightly golden brown.
- Sprinkle with the remaining powdered sugar and serve.
Tips & Notes
- Storage Instructions: Store raspberry cream cheese crescent rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
- Make Ahead Instructions: Assemble the rolls and refrigerate them for up to 24 hours before baking. Cover them tightly with plastic wrap so they don’t dry out.
- To Freeze Before Baking: Assemble the rolls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze for 1 hour, then transfer the frozen rolls to a freezer-safe bag or container. Bake from frozen and add a few extra minutes to the bake time.
- To Freeze After Baking, Store the rolls in an airtight container or freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight and reheat in the oven or microwave.
- Filling the Rolls: Be careful not to overfill the crescent rolls or they may burst open while baking. Use a 1.5-tablespoon cookie scoop to ensure you have the right amount of filling for each roll. You can also seal the edges of the dough with your fingers or a fork to prevent the rolls from opening up while baking.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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