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Churro Cheesecake

Churro Cheesecake is a rich and crowd-pleasing dessert made with flaky crescent roll dough, a smooth cream cheese filling, and a buttery cinnamon-sugar topping. Inspired by classic churros, this easy baked cheesecake is perfect for holidays, potlucks, and family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cans refrigerated crescent roll dough
  • 16 oz 450 g cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar divided
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar optional, for deeper flavor

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  3. Prepare the bottom layer
  4. Unroll one can of crescent roll dough and press it evenly into the bottom of the dish, sealing all seams.
  5. Make the cheesecake filling
  6. In a bowl, beat cream cheese, ½ cup sugar, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
  7. Assemble the layers
  8. Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the dough. Unroll the second crescent dough sheet and place it on top, gently pressing seams together.
  9. Add churro topping
  10. Brush melted butter over the top. Mix remaining sugar with cinnamon (and brown sugar if using) and sprinkle generously over the dough.
  11. Bake
  12. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until golden brown and set in the center.
  13. Cool and slice
  14. Let cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing. Chill for cleaner cuts if desired.

Notes

For clean slices: Refrigerate 1–2 hours before cutting.
Extra indulgence: Drizzle with caramel or dulce de leche before serving.
Make ahead: Can be prepared a day in advance and refrigerated.
Crowd-friendly: Easily doubled for parties and holidays.
Storage: Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.