Description
This sopapilla cheesecake combines layers of flaky crescent dough, rich cream cheese, and a cinnamon-sugar topping that will melt in your mouth. Perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a party or just craving a quick dessert, this recipe is simple to prepare and sure to impress. The sweet, creamy filling contrasts beautifully with the golden, crispy crust, making every bite a delicious treat. With minimal ingredients and a short baking time, this dessert is a winner for both experienced bakers and beginners alike. Get ready to indulge in the perfect mix of flavors and textures!
Ingredients
- 2 cans crescent roll dough
- 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup cinnamon sugar (1/4 cup granulated sugar + 1 tablespoon cinnamon)
- Secondary keyword: cinnamon-sugar topping, crescent roll cheesecake
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Unroll one can of crescent roll dough and press it into the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Press the dough together to seal any gaps.
- In a mixing bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the crescent dough.
- Unroll the second can of crescent roll dough and place it over the cream cheese filling, covering it completely.
- Drizzle the melted butter over the top layer of dough and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the cheesecake is bubbling.
- Allow the sopapilla cheesecake to cool for 10 minutes before cutting into squares and serving. Enjoy the perfect combination of flaky, creamy, and cinnamon-sugar goodness!
Notes
- If you prefer a richer filling, you can add a tablespoon of sour cream to the cream cheese mixture.
- For an extra touch, drizzle caramel or chocolate sauce on top of your sopapilla cheesecake after baking.
- If you don’t have crescent roll dough, you can use puff pastry or a regular pie crust instead.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Mexican-Inspired, Easy Recipes
- Method: Baking ,Chilling
- Cuisine: American, Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: sopapilla dessert, cinnamon-sugar cheesecake, crescent roll cheesecake, easy sopapilla cheesecake, Mexican cheesecake, dessert with cream cheese, cinnamon cheesecake bars