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Honey Cinnamon-Sugar Sopapilla Cheesecake

A sweet and delightful dessert combining cheesecake flavors with cinnamon and honey, perfect for gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cans (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent roll dough
  • 2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup honey (for drizzling)
  • A pinch of nutmeg (optional)
  • Chopped pecans (optional)
  • A sprinkle of powdered sugar (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×13 inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
  2. Unroll the first can of crescent roll dough and lay it flat to cover the bottom of the baking dish, pressing seams together.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, 1 cup of sugar, and vanilla extract, and beat until smooth and creamy.
  4. Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the dough in the baking dish, then layer the second can of dough on top, pressing the seams together.
  5. Mix ¼ cup sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl, drizzle melted butter over the top dough, and sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly.
  6. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.
  7. Let cool for 15 minutes, then drizzle with honey and add optional pecans or powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

Serve warm or cold, and pair with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.

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