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Churro Cheesecake

Indulge in Creamy Churro Cheesecake Bliss at Home

This Churro Cheesecake combines two beloved desserts into one irresistible treat, delivering creamy goodness and a cinnamon-sugar topping.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 240
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough Base
  • 1 package Refrigerated Crescent Roll Dough or puff pastry for a lighter texture
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 oz Cream Cheese softened, at room temperature
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar for sweetness and topping
  • 2 large Eggs for structure
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract for flavor enhancement
  • 1 pinch Salt to balance sweetness
For the Cinnamon Sugar Topping
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar main sweetener
  • 1 tablespoon Cinnamon for flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup granulated sugar with 1 tablespoon of cinnamon. Mix well and set aside for about 10 minutes.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Unroll the refrigerated crescent roll dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Press the seams together and bake for 10-12 minutes, until lightly golden.
  3. In a large bowl, beat 16 oz. of softened cream cheese with 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 2 eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth and creamy.
  4. Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the baked dough, sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture on top, and bake for 25-30 minutes until set.
  5. Let the Churro Cheesecake cool for 30 minutes at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour, ideally overnight.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 8IUCalcium: 6mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, chill overnight and adjust cinnamon sugar to taste.

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