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Churro Cheesecake Recipe

Discover the ultimate Churro Cheesecake recipe with cinnamon-sugar layers, creamy cheesecake filling, and buttery crescent dough. Perfect dessert for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 50 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 16
Calories 310 kcal

Ingredients
  

Cinnamon-Sugar Mixture:

  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup granulated sugar

Cheesecake Bars:

  • 2 (8-ounce) packages refrigerated crescent roll dough
  • 16 ounces full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1½ tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled

Instructions
 

  • Prepare Cinnamon Sugar
    In a small bowl, mix cinnamon and sugar until evenly combined. Set aside.
  • Preheat Oven & Prepare Pan
    Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and position rack in the center.
    Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan and sprinkle 1–2 tablespoons of the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly on the bottom.
  • Craft the Base Layer
    Unroll one package of crescent roll dough and press seams together to form a single sheet.
    Place dough in the prepared pan, covering the bottom completely.
  • Make Cheesecake Filling
    In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
    Pour filling over the base layer and spread evenly.
  • Add Top Layer & Butter
    Unroll the second crescent roll dough, press seams, and gently place over cheesecake filling.
    Brush melted butter over the top layer evenly.
  • Add Cinnamon-Sugar Topping
    Sprinkle remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture generously over the buttered top.
  • Bake to Perfection
    Bake 26–30 minutes or until crescent dough is golden brown and puffed.
    Cool on a wire rack to room temperature.
  • Chill & Serve
    Refrigerate for at least 3 hours to allow layers to set.
    Slice into bars before serving.

Notes

  • Cinnamon-Sugar Balance: Adjust the cinnamon-to-sugar ratio to your taste. More cinnamon for a spicier kick, more sugar for extra sweetness.
  • Even Layering: Press the dough seams together carefully for uniform layers. This prevents gaps and ensures a perfect cheesecake sandwich.
  • Baking Watch: Oven temperatures vary. Start checking at 25 minutes—top should be golden brown and puffed.