Description
These Churro Cheesecake Bars combine the flaky, buttery layers of crescent roll dough with a creamy cheesecake filling, all topped with a cinnamon-sugar blend reminiscent of classic churros. Perfectly baked to golden perfection, these bars make a delightful dessert or snack that’s easy to prepare and sure to impress.
Ingredients
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Crust and Topping
- 2 cans (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Cheesecake Filling
- 2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easier removal.
- Prepare the Crescent Roll Crust: Unroll one can of crescent roll dough and press it into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form an even layer. In a small bowl, mix together 1/2 cup of sugar and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon. Sprinkle half of this mixture evenly over the crescent roll dough.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add in 1 cup of sugar, the vanilla extract, and the egg. Beat until fully combined and smooth. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the crescent roll layer in the baking dish.
- Top with the Second Layer of Dough: Unroll the second can of crescent roll dough and carefully place it over the cream cheese layer. It’s okay if it doesn’t fit perfectly; just press the seams together as best as you can. Brush the top of the dough with the melted butter.
- Add the Topping: Sprinkle the remaining sugar-cinnamon mixture evenly over the top of the dough.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the cheesecake layer is set.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 2 hours to firm up. Cut into bars and serve chilled.
Notes
- For easier removal, line the baking dish with parchment paper and leave some overhang for lifting the bars out.
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for a smooth filling.
- Chilling the bars for at least 2 hours helps them set and makes cutting easier.
- You can sprinkle a little extra cinnamon sugar on top right before serving for an extra cinnamon kick.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
