Description

This Churro Cheesecake is a delightful fusion dessert combining the flaky, cinnamon-sugar crust made from refrigerated crescent roll dough with a smooth, creamy cheesecake filling. Easy to prepare and perfect for make-ahead occasions, it offers the sweet, cinnamon-rich flavors of churros with a silky cheesecake texture.

Ingredients

Scale

Crust

1 package refrigerated crescent roll dough (8 oz)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Cheesecake Filling

16 oz cream cheese, softened
2/3 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Cinnamon-Sugar Magic: In a small bowl, thoroughly mix 1/4 cup granulated sugar and 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon. Allow the mixture to sit briefly to meld the flavors and fill your kitchen with a warm, inviting aroma.
Craft the Base Layer: Unroll the refrigerated crescent roll dough onto a 9×13-inch baking pan. Press the seams firmly together using the heel of your hand to form a smooth and even layer, creating your pastry base for the cheesecake.
Mix the Filling: In a separate bowl, using an electric mixer, beat 16 oz of softened cream cheese with 2/3 cup sugar until smooth and creamy. Add 2 large eggs one at a time, mixing gently, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Be careful not to overbeat to prevent air bubbles that cause cracks in the cheesecake.
Assemble and Bake: Pour the cheesecake filling evenly over the crescent roll crust. Spread gently with a rubber spatula to smooth the surface.
Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the assembled cheesecake for 30-35 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
Cool and Refrigerate: Remove from oven and place on a cooling rack. Once cooled to room temperature, refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the cheesecake to fully set.

Notes

For a gluten-free version, substitute with gluten-free crescent roll dough.
Do not overmix the cheesecake filling to avoid cracks.
Add a drizzle of dulce de leche or chocolate sauce on top before serving for extra indulgence.
This cheesecake tastes best after chilling overnight.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Mexican-American

Keywords: Churro Cheesecake, cinnamon sugar cheesecake, crescent roll dessert, easy cheesecake recipe, Mexican-inspired dessert