Sopapia Dessert Cake
Indulge in the irresistible fusion of flaky pastry and creamy decadence with this Sopapilla Dessert Cake—a heavenly treat inspired by the flavors of the classic Mexican dessert. Layers of pillowy crescent roll dough envelope a luscious cream cheese filling, while a buttery cinnamon-sugar topping adds a delightful crunch. Finished with a touch of golden honey for authentic sopapilla flair, this easy-to-make dessert is sure to become a crowd favorite. Perfect for serving at celebrations, potlucks, or as an after-dinner treat, this cake comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time and bakes to golden perfection in 30. Whether enjoyed warm or at room temperature, this sweet creation is guaranteed to impress.
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Ingredients
- 2 cans (8 oz each) crescent roll dough
- 16 oz cream cheese
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup (melted) unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 3 tablespoons honey
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Step 2
Unroll one can of crescent roll dough and press it into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form an even layer.
Step 3
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese, 1 cup of granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Step 4
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the crescent roll dough in the baking dish.
Step 5
Unroll the second can of crescent roll dough and carefully lay it over the cream cheese layer. Pinch any seams in the dough together gently.
Step 6
Pour the melted butter evenly over the top layer of crescent dough.
Step 7
In a small bowl, mix the remaining 1/2 cup of granulated sugar with the ground cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the buttered top of the dessert.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and puffed.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and let the cake cool for at least 15 minutes.
Step 10
Drizzle the honey over the top of the dessert before serving for an authentic sopapilla-inspired touch.
Step 11
Slice into squares and serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1502.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 6200.0 |
| Total Fat 429.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 236.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 6.7g | |
| Cholesterol 956.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4850.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 555.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 418.1g | |
| Protein 62.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 492.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 698.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories