This Sopapilla Cheesecake is a delightful twist on traditional cheesecake, combining creamy cheesecake filling with flaky crescent roll dough and a sweet cinnamon-sugar topping. It’s easy to make, incredibly delicious, and perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a family dinner or a holiday gathering!
Serves: 12
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Ingredients:
- 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese , softened
- 1 ½ cups white sugar , divided
- 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 (8 ounce) cans crescent roll dough
- ½ cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup sliced almonds
Instructions:
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) .
- Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Step 2: Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, 1 ½ cups of sugar , and vanilla extract using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
Step 3: Prepare the Crescent Roll Layers
- Unroll the cans of crescent roll dough. Use a rolling pin to press the perforations together and shape each piece into a 9×13 inch rectangle .
- Press one piece of crescent dough into the bottom of the prepared baking dish, ensuring it covers the entire base evenly.
Step 4: Assemble the Cheesecake
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the bottom layer of crescent dough in the baking dish.
- Place the second piece of crescent dough over the cream cheese layer, gently pressing it down to cover the filling completely.
Step 5: Add the Topping
- Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top layer of crescent dough.
- In a small bowl, mix the remaining ½ cup of sugar with the cinnamon . Sprinkle this cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the buttered dough.
- Sprinkle the sliced almonds over the top for added crunch and flavor.
Step 6: Bake
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes , or until the crescent dough has puffed up and turned golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the cheesecake cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Step 7: Serve
- Once cooled, cut into 12 squares and serve. Enjoy this rich, gooey, and flaky dessert as is, or pair it with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.
Tips for Success:
- Make it ahead : This dessert can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator. Let it come to room temperature before serving.
- Customize toppings : Add a drizzle of honey or caramel sauce for extra sweetness, or use chopped pecans or walnuts instead of almonds.
- Storage : Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days . Reheat individual slices in the microwave for 10-15 seconds if desired.
- Freeze option : Wrap individual slices tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months . Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before enjoying.
Nutritional Information (per slice, serves 12):
- Calories: ~350
- Protein: ~6g
- Carbohydrates: ~45g
- Fat: ~18g
Enjoy!