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Sopapilla Cheesecake

This Sopapilla Cheesecake is a delicious fusion of creamy cheesecake and flaky dough, topped with cinnamon sugar!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 8 servings

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk or electric mixer
  • Baking dish (9x13 inch)
  • Spatula
  • Oven

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake:

  • 16 ounces cream cheese room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar divided use
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cans refrigerated crescent rolls or sheets (8 ounces each)
  • ½ cup butter room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3 tablespoons honey

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, 1 cup of granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and creamy.
  • Open the cans of crescent rolls and lay one sheet in the bottom of a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the layer of crescent rolls.
  • Unroll the second can of crescent rolls and place it on top of the cream cheese filling.
  • In a small bowl, mix the remaining ½ cup of granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Melt the butter and drizzle it over the top layer of crescent rolls, then sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the filling is set.
  • Allow to cool slightly, then drizzle with honey before serving.

Notes

  • For added flavor, top with crushed nuts before baking.
  • Use fresh fruit for a refreshing twist on the filling.
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Keyword Creamy, Easy, Sweet