Churro Cheesecake
Churro Cheesecake is a delightful fusion dessert that brings together the crispy, cinnamon-sugar goodness of churros with the rich, creamy texture of cheesecake. This indulgent treat features a buttery crescent roll base and a luscious cream cheese filling, all topped with a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar. Perfect for any gathering—from festive celebrations to cozy family dinners—this Churro Cheesecake will not only satisfy your sweet tooth but also impress your guests. With its unique flavors and easy preparation, this dessert is bound to become a favorite in your recipe collection.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 28 minutes
- Total Time: 48 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican American
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 16 ounces full-fat cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- Two 8-ounce packages refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Unroll one package of crescent dough into a baking dish, pressing it flat.
- Brush with half of the melted butter and sprinkle with half of the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese with granulated sugar until smooth. Add egg and vanilla; mix well.
- Spread cheesecake filling over the dough in the baking dish.
- Top with second package of crescent dough, brush with remaining butter, and sprinkle with remaining cinnamon sugar.
- Bake for about 28 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow cooling before slicing into bars.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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