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Best Sopapilla Cheesecake Recipe

This Sopapilla Cheesecake is a delightful fusion of creamy cheesecake and flaky pastry, perfect for any occasion!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake Filling:
  • 4 packages cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup white granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup flour optional
For the Pastry:
  • 2 cans refrigerated crescent rolls
For Topping:
  • 1 cup white sugar or light brown sugar for sprinkling on top
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon for mixing with sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted and cooled to room temperature
  • 1/4 cup honey optional, for drizzling before serving

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Whisk or electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Unroll one can of the crescent rolls and lay them flat in the bottom of your greased 9x13-inch baking dish, pinching the seams together.
  3. In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, sugar, egg, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and flour (if using) until smooth and creamy.
  4. Pour the cheesecake filling over the layer of crescent rolls, spreading it evenly.
  5. Unroll the second can of crescent rolls and place it over the cheesecake filling, pinching the seams together.
  6. Brush the top layer of crescent rolls with melted butter, then sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar mixture.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and the filling is set.
  8. Allow to cool for at least 20 minutes before serving. Optionally drizzle with honey.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • For lighter cheesecake, use low-fat cream cheese.
  • You can freeze leftovers for up to 3 months; wrap tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil.