Mexican Cheesecake Recipe

Get ready to be amazed! This Mexican Cheesecake Crescent Bake is a unique twist on a classic dessert. Imagine flaky, buttery crescent roll crust enveloping a creamy, dreamy cheesecake filling, all spiced with warm cinnamon sugar. This surprisingly easy recipe was a huge hit at our office potluck – it's so good, it disappeared in minutes! Perfect for family gatherings or potlucks, prepare to be showered with compliments. This recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 373.4 kcal
Protein 13g
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Ingredients for Mexican Cheesecake

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How to Make Mexican Cheesecake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, beat together 16 ounces (2 packages) of cream cheese (softened), 3 large eggs, and 1 cup of granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
  3. Unroll one 8-ounce can of refrigerated crescent roll dough and press it into the bottom of a greased 13x9 inch glass baking dish.
  4. Pour the cream cheese mixture evenly over the crescent roll crust.
  5. Unroll the second 8-ounce can of crescent roll dough and place it over the cream cheese mixture.
  6. In a small bowl, combine ½ cup granulated sugar and 4 teaspoons ground cinnamon.
  7. Melt 4 tablespoons of butter and brush it evenly over the top layer of crescent rolls.
  8. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the melted butter.
  9. Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the crescent rolls are golden brown and the filling is set. Let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

111g

Fat

46g

Carbs

15g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Mexican Cheesecake?

Mexican Cheesecake takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Mexican Cheesecake?

Mexican Cheesecake has approximately 373.4 calories per serving, with about 13 g protein, 15 g carbohydrates and 27 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Mexican Cheesecake?

The key ingredients for Mexican Cheesecake are Cream Cheese, Sugar, Eggs, Crescent Rolls, Butter, Cinnamon. See the full list with measurements above.

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