Simple Churro Cheesecake Recipe 🍰✨🌟
If you love the crispy sweetness of churros and the creamy richness of cheesecake, this dessert will be your new favorite! 🤩💕 This Simple Churro Cheesecake Recipe combines layers of flaky crescent dough, sweet cinnamon sugar, and a smooth cream cheese filling that melts in your mouth. Perfect for holidays, parties, or when your sweet tooth calls, this recipe is easy to make yet tastes like it came straight from a bakery!
⏱️ Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 35 minutes | Chill Time: 1 hour
🍽️ Servings: 12–16 squares
Ingredients:
For the Cheesecake Layer:
2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
For the Churro Layers:
2 cans refrigerated crescent roll dough
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup granulated sugar
2 tbsp ground cinnamon
Optional Toppings:
Caramel drizzle
Whipped cream
Fresh strawberries or chocolate shavings
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven:
Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Prepare the cinnamon sugar mix:
In a small bowl, combine sugar and cinnamon. This will be the magical coating that gives the churro crunch.
3. First dough layer:
Unroll one can of crescent dough and press it evenly into the bottom of the baking dish. Sprinkle with a few tablespoons of the cinnamon sugar mixture.
4. Make the cheesecake filling:
In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth and creamy. Spread the cheesecake mixture evenly over the crescent dough layer.
5. Add the second dough layer:
Unroll the second can of crescent dough and gently place it over the cheesecake filling, pressing it down lightly.
6. Top with butter & cinnamon sugar:
Brush the melted butter over the top dough layer. Generously sprinkle the remaining cinnamon sugar mixture over the buttered top.
7. Bake to perfection:
Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy. Allow to cool slightly, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour before slicing for cleaner cuts.
8. Serve & enjoy:
Cut into squares or bars, drizzle with caramel, and top with whipped cream if desired. Every bite is crispy, creamy, and heavenly! 😍
Tips & Variations:
✅ Add a caramel or chocolate drizzle for extra decadence.
✅ Use flavored cream cheese (like strawberry or honey pecan) for a fun twist.
✅ Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an irresistible treat.
✅ Double the cinnamon sugar layer for an even crunchier churro vibe.