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The first step in creating your Air Fryer Cherry Cream Cheese Croissants is preparing the creamy filling. It’s crucial to use softened cream cheese for this process, as it allows for easy mixing and ensures a smooth, lump-free texture.

Air Fryer Cherry Cream Cheese Croissants

Indulge in the delightful taste of Air Fryer Cherry Cream Cheese Croissants! These easy-to-make pastries combine a creamy filling of softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla with a sweet cherry pie topping, all wrapped in flaky crescent roll dough. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, these golden-brown treats are air-fried to perfection in just 25 minutes. Dust with powdered sugar before serving for an extra touch of sweetness! Try this irresistible recipe today!
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Ingredients
  

1 can of refrigerated crescent roll dough

8 oz cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup powdered sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup cherry pie filling (or fresh/pitted cherries)

1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Instructions
 

Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat with a hand mixer or whisk until it's completely smooth and creamy.

    Roll Out the Dough: Open the can of crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles as per the perforations.

      Fill the Croissants: On the wide end of each crescent triangle, spread about 1 tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture. Add a spoonful of cherry pie filling on top of the cream cheese.

        Shape the Croissants: Starting from the wide end, carefully roll up each crescent triangle toward the pointed end, tucking the tip underneath to secure it.

          Prepare for Air Frying: Brush the top of each croissant with the beaten egg to achieve a golden color while baking.

            Air Fry the Croissants: Preheat your air fryer to 330°F (165°C). Arrange the croissants in a single layer in the basket of the air fryer, making sure they don’t touch. Air fry for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.

              Cool and Serve: Once done, carefully remove them from the air fryer and let them cool for a couple of minutes. Dust with powdered sugar before serving if desired.

                Enjoy: Serve warm as a delicious breakfast or delightful dessert!

                  Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes | Servings: 8 croissants