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Easy Churro Cheesecake Bars

Two stacked squares of rich churro cheesecake bars topped generously with cinnamon sugar.
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Make simple, sliceable cheesecake bars that taste like churros, featuring a cinnamon sugar crust and a creamy filling.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (8 ounce) package refrigerated crescent roll dough
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup dulce de leche or caramel sauce (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9×9 inch baking pan.
  2. Unroll the crescent roll dough and press it into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.
  3. In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup sugar and 1 tablespoon cinnamon. Sprinkle half of this mixture evenly over the dough crust.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add 1/2 cup sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and sour cream. Mix until just combined and creamy. Do not overmix.
  5. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cinnamon-dusted crust.
  6. If using, drizzle the dulce de leche or caramel sauce over the top of the filling. Use a knife to gently swirl it into the batter.
  7. Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon sugar mixture over the top layer.
  8. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the center is mostly set and the edges are lightly golden.
  9. Let the bars cool completely on a wire rack before cutting them into squares. For easier slicing, chill the bars for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

  • You can use store-bought cinnamon sugar topping if you prefer not to mix your own.
  • For a thicker churro flavor, lightly brush the crust with melted butter before adding the first layer of cinnamon sugar.
  • These bars taste best when served chilled.

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