Delicious Churro Cheesecake Perfect for Kids and Picnics

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: ricotta cheese

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Ricotta provides a similar texture with lower fat content.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: plain yogurt

💰Cheaper: buttermilk

Plain yogurt offers a tangy flavor with fewer calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative.

Preheat the oven to 325°F.

In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, maple extract, and sour cream until smooth.

Roll out the croissant rolls and layer them in a 13x9 pan.

Pour the cream cheese mixture over the croissant rolls.

In a small bowl, mix together the sugar and cinnamon for the churro filling.

Sprinkle the churro filling over the cream cheese mixture.

Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes, avoiding opening the oven during baking.

Allow to cool on the counter until room temperature, then refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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