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Churro Cheesecake Bars

These churro cheesecake bars feature a crispy cinnamon-sugar topping and a creamy cheesecake center, all wrapped in flaky crescent roll dough, making for a comforting and easy dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 squares
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 2 packages 8 oz cream cheese, softened Make sure cream cheese is fully softened.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar For the filling.
  • 1 whole egg Large egg.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract For flavor.
For the Dough
  • 2 cans 8 oz Pillsbury crescent dinner rolls Use for the base and top layers.
For the Cinnamon Sugar Layer
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar For topping.
  • 2 Tbsp ground cinnamon Mix with sugar.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9×13-inch baking pan with non-stick spray.
  2. In a small bowl, stir together 1/2 cup sugar and 2 Tbsp cinnamon until evenly blended.
  3. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add 1/2 cup sugar, the egg, and vanilla. Blend until thick, glossy, and lump-free.
  4. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the bottom of the greased pan.
  5. Roll out one can of crescent dough on waxed paper and press it into the bottom of the pan on top of the cinnamon sugar.
  6. Spoon the cream cheese mixture over the dough and spread into an even layer.
  7. Roll out the second can of dough and place it over the filling. Press gently to cover completely.
Baking
  1. Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon sugar evenly over the top.
  2. Bake for about 30 minutes, until the top is puffed and golden brown.

Notes

Let the bars settle before slicing for neater squares. These bars can be served warm or cooled for a firmer texture. Store leftovers in the fridge.