A rich, creamy cheesecake layered with flaky crescent dough and topped with cinnamon sugar. Easy, decadent, and crowd-pleasing!

Sopapilla Cheesecake

Sopapilla Cheesecake – Creamy, Flaky, and Irresistibly Good!

This Sopapilla Cheesecake is the ultimate comfort dessert — featuring layers of buttery crescent dough, luscious cream cheese filling, and a golden, cinnamon-sugar crust. It's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, perfect for holidays, potlucks, family dinners, or anytime you crave something sweet and special!

 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔ Ultra Creamy Cheesecake Center
✔ Flaky Crescent Roll Layers
✔ Sweet, Cinnamon-Sugar Crunch
✔ Easy to Make with Simple Ingredients
✔ Perfect for Parties, Holidays, or Make-Ahead Desserts

 Recipe Categories

  • Cuisine: American / Tex-Mex Inspired

  • Course: Dessert

  • Method: Baking

  • Difficulty Level: Easy

A rich, creamy cheesecake layered with flaky crescent dough and topped with cinnamon sugar. Easy, decadent, and crowd-pleasing!

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Kitchen Equipment Needed

✅ 9×13-inch baking dish
✅ Electric hand mixer or stand mixer
✅ Mixing bowls
✅ Rolling pin
✅ Measuring cups and spoons
✅ Small bowl for cinnamon-sugar
✅ Wire rack for cooling

Ingredients

  • 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened

  • 1½ cups white sugar, divided

  • 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract

  • 2 (8 oz) cans crescent roll dough

  • ½ cup melted butter

  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • ¼ cup sliced almonds

 Step-by-Step 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, 1½ cups sugar, and vanilla extract 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 seal the perforations and shape each sheet into a rectangle that fits your baking dish.

  • Press one piece into the bottom of the prepared dish.

Step 4: Assemble the Cheesecake

  • Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the bottom crescent layer.

  • Place the second crescent dough sheet on top, gently pressing it down over the filling.

Step 5: Add the Topping

  • Drizzle melted butter evenly over the top crescent layer.

  • In a small bowl, mix the remaining ½ cup sugar with the cinnamon.

  • Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the buttered dough.

  • Top with sliced almonds for extra texture and flavor.

Step 6: Bake

  • Bake for about 45 minutes or until the top is puffed and golden brown.

  • Remove from oven and cool completely on a wire rack.

Step 7: Serve

  • Once cooled, cut into 12 squares.

  • Serve as-is or with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence!

 Tips & Variations

  • Make Ahead: Prepare a day ahead and store in the fridge. Let it come to room temperature before serving.

  • Flavor Boost: Add a drizzle of honey or caramel sauce before serving for extra richness.

  • Nut Alternatives: Swap sliced almonds for chopped pecans or walnuts.

  • Freezing Tip: Wrap slices individually and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator.

 Storage & Make-Ahead

  • Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

  • Freezer: Freeze tightly wrapped slices for up to 3 months. Thaw before reheating.

 Nutrition Facts (Per Slice, based on 12 slices)

  • Calories: ~350 kcal

  • Protein: ~6g

  • Carbohydrates: ~45g

  • Fat: ~18g

  • Fiber: ~1g

  • Sugar: ~25g

(Nutrition values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.)

A rich, creamy cheesecake layered with flaky crescent dough and topped with cinnamon sugar. Easy, decadent, and crowd-pleasing!

Sopapilla Cheesecake

A rich, creamy cheesecake layered with flaky crescent dough and topped with cinnamon sugar. Easy, decadent, and crowd-pleasing!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 3 packages 8 oz each cream cheese
  • cups white sugar divided
  • tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cans 8 oz each crescent roll dough
  • ½ cup melted butter
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ¼ cup sliced almonds

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13 baking dish.
  2. Beat cream cheese, 1½ cups sugar, and vanilla until creamy.
  3. Press one crescent sheet into dish. Spread cream cheese mixture over it. Top with second crescent sheet.
  4. Drizzle with melted butter. Sprinkle cinnamon-sugar mixture and almonds on top.
  5. Bake 45 minutes or until golden. Cool completely, slice, and serve!

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