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Churro Cheesecake
John

Churro Cheesecake

A delightful fusion of cinnamon-sugar churros and creamy cheesecake, this easy recipe uses crescent roll dough to create buttery, flaky layers with a rich cream cheese filling.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 245
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar for cinnamon mixture
  • 2 packages refrigerated crescent roll dough 8 ounces each
  • 16 ounces full-fat cream cheese softened to room temperature
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar for filling
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter melted and slightly cooled

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Electric mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Rubber spatula
  • Cooling rack
  • Small mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon cinnamon with 1/2 cup sugar and mix well. Set aside.
  2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and position rack in the middle. Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan and sprinkle 1-2 tablespoons of the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly on the bottom.
  3. Open one tube of crescent roll dough and unroll carefully. Press seams together to form a single sheet and place in the prepared pan, covering the bottom completely.
  4. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, 3/4 cup sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes. Do not overmix.
  5. Pour the cheesecake filling over the base layer and spread evenly with a spatula.
  6. Open the second tube of crescent dough, seal seams, and gently place over the cheesecake filling to form a top layer.
  7. Brush the melted butter evenly over the top layer using a spoon or pastry brush.
  8. Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon sugar mixture generously over the buttered top layer.
  9. Bake for 26-30 minutes until the crescent dough is puffed and golden brown. Remove from oven and cool on a wire rack.
  10. Once cooled to room temperature, refrigerate for at least 3 hours to allow layers to set properly. Slice into bars before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure cream cheese is fully softened for a smooth filling without lumps
  • Press crescent roll seams tightly to prevent gaps during baking
  • For clean cuts, use a sharp knife dipped in hot water between slices
  • Serve slightly chilled with fresh berries or a drizzle of caramel sauce
  • Bars taste even better the next day after flavors have melded