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Churro Cheesecake Bars Recipe

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Delight in the perfect blend of creamy cheesecake and crispy cinnamon-sugar coated crescent roll layers with this easy-to-make Churro Cheesecake Bars recipe. It features a buttery crescent dough base and top, a smooth cream cheese filling, and a generous sprinkle of cinnamon sugar for that classic churro taste.

Ingredients

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Cinnamon Sugar:

  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup granulated sugar

Cheesecake Bars:

  • Two 8-ounce packages refrigerated crescent roll dough or sheets
  • 16 ounces full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled

Instructions

  1. Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, thoroughly mix the ground cinnamon and granulated sugar until well combined. Set aside this mixture for later use as both a base and topping.
  2. Preheat and Prep Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and position the oven rack in the middle. Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan to prevent sticking, then sprinkle 1 to 2 tablespoons of the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the bottom of the pan to create a flavorful base layer.
  3. Create Base Layer: Open one package of crescent roll dough. Unroll it carefully and press the seams together to form a single rectangular sheet. Lay this sheet into the prepared pan, ensuring it completely covers the bottom surface for the crust.
  4. Make Cheesecake Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add granulated sugar, large egg, and vanilla extract, and continue beating until all ingredients are well incorporated. Pour this creamy filling evenly over the crescent dough base in the pan.
  5. Top Layer and Butter Coating: Open the second package of crescent roll dough, unroll it, and press seams together to form a rectangular sheet similar to the base. Gently place this sheet over the cheesecake filling as the top crust. Pour the melted and slightly cooled unsalted butter evenly over this top layer and use a spoon or pastry brush to spread it evenly. This butter coating helps create a golden, crispy crust.
  6. Add Cinnamon Sugar Topping: Generously sprinkle the remaining cinnamon sugar mixture over the butter-coated top layer, covering it evenly to impart the signature churro flavor.
  7. Bake to Perfection: Place the baking pan in the preheated oven and bake for 26 to 30 minutes. Bake until the crescent dough is puffed, golden brown, and fully cooked through. Once done, remove the pan from the oven and transfer it to a wire rack to cool.
  8. Chill and Serve: Allow the baked cheesecake bars to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours. This chilling step ensures the cheesecake filling sets firmly for easier slicing. Once chilled, cut into bars and serve.

Notes

  • Use full-fat cream cheese for the best creamy texture and flavor.
  • Ensure the butter is melted and slightly cooled before pouring over the top dough to avoid melting the dough prematurely.
  • Refrigerate thoroughly before slicing to allow clean cuts without the cream cheese filling oozing out.
  • If crescent roll sheets are unavailable, you can use puff pastry sheets as a substitute.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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