This Mexican cheesecake is the perfect combination of a cinnamon sugar crust and sweet cream cheese center for an absolutely irresistible dessert.

Mexican Cheesecake

From the recipe collection of Tara Ippolito

Mexican cheesecake or “sopapilla” is one of my most popular recipes among family and friends by far.

This recipe was given to me by a friend about 20 years ago and I’ve been making it ever since.

It’s so simple, easy to make and a guaranteed hit every time. I served this for a family party all those years ago and my brother in law, Christophe, fell in love with this dessert.

If you’re looking to bring something sweet to a bbq, party, family gathering or any occasion, this is it!

I guarantee that not only will this desert get absolutely devoured but you’ll be flooded with compliments, too.

The best thing about this dessert is that it can and should be made ahead.

This is best served cold so putting it together a few hours or a day ahead of when you’ll need it is a great idea.

The cinnamon sugar crust and sweet, smooth cream cheese center truly makes this an unforgettable dessert.

I hope you give this recipe a try. If you do, I know you’ll love it just as much and my family and I do.

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Mexican Cheesecake Variations

I like this recipe made exactly as it is but here are some ways to change it up if you’d like to.

• Serving- I think this is best served cold but room temperature is wonderful, too. Just be sure to let it cool at least slightly before serving so it can set.

• Vanilla- Try to use Mexican Vanilla Extract for a nicer flavor but regular vanilla extract will work just fine.
• Topping- After the cheesecake is done baking, drizzle the top with a little honey for an extra sweet finishing touch.

Other Easy Dessert Recipes

If you like easy to make dessert recipes like this one, here are some others that I know you’ll love, too.

• Nutter Butter Ice Box Cake
• Peanut Butter Poke Cake
• Lemon & Blueberry Ice Box Cake
• Chocolate Eclair Cake

Mexican Cheesecake Ingredients

• Crescent Rolls (2 cans)
• Cream Cheese (softened)
• Sugar
• Vanilla
• Melted Butter
• Cinnamon

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°

First, in a large bowl, add the softened cream cheese, sugar and vanilla.

Now, using a hand mixer, beat it together until it’s smooth and evenly combined.

After that, unroll one of the crescent roll cans and add it to the bottom of a greased 9 x 13” baking dish.

Then, spread the cream cheese mixture on top of the crescent rolls.

Now, add the other can of crescent rolls to the top of the cream cheese mixture.

Next, in a small bowl, stir together the melted butter, cinnamon and sugar until is well blended.

Then, pour the mixture on top of the crescent roll sheet and spread it evenly over the top.

Now, bake it in the oven for about 15-20 minutes or until the top is golden brown.

Finally, let it cool and place it in the fridge for 30 minutes before serving. Enjoy!