Description
These Sopapilla Cheesecake Bars blend flaky crescent roll dough with creamy cheesecake filling and a buttery cinnamon-sugar topping. A crowd-pleasing, easy-to-make dessert with Tex-Mex flair.
Ingredients
For the Cheesecake Bars
- 2 cans refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Topping
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper. -
Form the Base Layer
Roll out one can of crescent dough and press it into the bottom of the baking dish, sealing the seams to form a single layer. -
Make the Filling
In a bowl, beat cream cheese, 1 cup sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. -
Layer the Filling
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the crescent dough layer. -
Top with Dough
Unroll the second can of crescent dough and place it over the filling. Press gently to cover evenly. -
Add the Cinnamon Sugar Topping
Pour the melted butter evenly over the top layer. In a separate bowl, mix 3/4 cup sugar with cinnamon and sprinkle generously over the buttered dough. -
Bake and Cool
Bake for 30 minutes or until the top is golden brown. Let cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing. Chill for cleaner cuts, or serve warm for a gooier texture.
Notes
For extra flavor, try adding a drizzle of honey after baking. You can also mix a little lemon zest into the filling for a subtle citrus brightness. Use full-fat cream cheese for the best texture, and don’t skip chilling if you want perfect slices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Sopapilla Cheesecake Bars, crescent roll cheesecake, cinnamon sugar bars, Tex-Mex dessert, easy cheesecake bars