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Churro Cheesecake – Creamy, Crispy & Cinnamon-Sugar Magic

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A rich cheesecake filling sandwiched between flaky layers of cinnamon-sugar crescent dough—crispy, creamy, and bursting with churro flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cans crescent roll dough (8 oz each)

  • 2 (8 oz) cream cheese blocks, softened

  • ¾ cup granulated sugar

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • Optional: 1 egg (for firmer texture)

  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted

  • ½ cup granulated sugar + 1 tbsp cinnamon (for topping)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease or line a 9×13 baking dish.

  • Mix ½ cup sugar with cinnamon for topping; set aside.

  • Press one crescent dough sheet into the dish. Sprinkle with 2 tbsp cinnamon sugar.

  • Beat cream cheese, ¾ cup sugar, vanilla, and optional egg until smooth. Spread over dough.

  • Top with second dough sheet. Brush with melted butter.

  • Sprinkle remaining cinnamon sugar over top.

  • Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden. Cool 1 hour, then chill 2+ hours.

  • Slice and serve cold or room temp.

Notes

Chill fully before slicing. Customize with jam, caramel, or chocolate drizzle. Store covered in fridge for up to 5 days.

Find it online: https://goldenflavorstudio.com/churro-cheesecake-creamy-crispy-cinnamon-sugar-magic/