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Cream Cheese Squares

Cream Cheese Squares are a delightfully creamy and sweet dessert that’s easy to make and even easier to enjoy. They’re not overly rich, making them a perfect treat for any occasion. If you’re looking for a simple yet indulgent dessert, you’ve come to the right place.
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Ingredients Equipment Method

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
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. Unroll one can of crescent roll dough and press it into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the crust.
  3. Make the Filling:
  4. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, 1 cup of granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  5. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the crust in the baking pan.
  6. Top with Dough:
  7. Unroll the second can of crescent roll dough and carefully lay it over the cream cheese layer, pinching the seams together if needed.
  8. Add Topping:
  9. Pour the melted butter evenly over the top layer of dough.
  10. In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup of granulated sugar with the ground cinnamon.
  11. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the butter.
  12. Bake:
  13. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is set.
  14. Allow the dessert to cool in the pan before cutting into squares.
  15. Prep Time:
  16. 15 minutes
  17. Cook Time:
  18. 35 minutes
  19. Total Time:
  20. 50 minutes
  21. Nutrition (per serving, based on 16 servings):
  22. Calories: 290
  23. Total Fat: 19g
  24. Saturated Fat: 11g
  25. Cholesterol: 55mg
  26. Sodium: 270mg
  27. Total Carbohydrate: 25g
  28. Dietary Fiber: 0g
  29. Sugars: 17g
  30. Protein: 4g
  31. Enjoy these Cream Cheese Squares as a creamy, sweet treat that’s sure to be a hit at any gathering!