Description
Churro Cheesecake Bars combine the classic flavors of cinnamon-sugar churros with creamy cheesecake, all nestled between layers of flaky crescent roll dough. This delightful fusion offers a quick and indulgent dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 cans (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar, divided
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
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Prepare the Baking Dish
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. -
Create the Cinnamon-Sugar Mixture
In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon. Mix well and set aside. -
Assemble the Bottom Crust
Unroll one can of crescent roll dough and press it into the bottom of the prepared baking dish, ensuring the seams are sealed to form an even layer. -
Prepare the Cheesecake Filling
In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add 1/2 cup granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined and creamy. -
Add the Filling
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the bottom crescent roll layer. -
Top with Second Crust
Unroll the second can of crescent roll dough and place it over the cream cheese filling, carefully stretching to cover and sealing any seams. -
Add Butter and Cinnamon-Sugar Topping
Pour the melted butter over the top layer of dough, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle the reserved cinnamon-sugar mixture generously over the buttered surface. -
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the cheesecake layer is set. -
Cool and Serve
Allow the dessert to cool in the pan for about 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing into bars and serving.
Notes
Serving Suggestions: Enhance your Churro Cheesecake Bars by drizzling with caramel sauce or serving with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Variations: For added flavor, consider mixing a teaspoon of orange zest into the cream cheese filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 167
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 151mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 42mg
Keywords: churro cheesecake bars, cinnamon-sugar dessert, crescent roll cheesecake, easy cheesecake bars, fusion dessert