Churro Cheesecak
This Churro Cheesecake combines the best of two worlds—crispy churros and creamy cheesecake. It features a crescent roll dough crust layered with a rich cream cheese filling, flavored with cinnamon and vanilla.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 2 packages of crescent roll dough
- 1/4 cup of melted butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 16 oz 2 blocks of cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
Laying the Foundation
- First things first: preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). I always say a recipe's success begins with preparation, and this one's no different. While the oven heats up, spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Take one of the packages of crescent roll dough and press it evenly into the bottom of the dish to form the crust. You want to make sure it’s smooth with no holes or gaps. Set that aside and move on to the delicious filling.
Notes
One of the joys of cooking is putting your own spin on recipes, and this Churro Cheesecake is no exception. Consider trying a few of these creative variations:
- Chocolate Lovers: Add mini chocolate chips to the cheesecake filling or drizzle melted chocolate over the top before serving.
- Nutty Twist: Add crushed pecans or walnuts to the cinnamon-sugar topping for an extra crunchy layer.
- Fruit-Filled: Swirl some strawberry or raspberry jam into the cheesecake filling for a fruity burst of flavor.