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Churro Cheesecake Bars

Crispy Churro Cheesecake Bars That Wow Every Crowd

These Churro Cheesecake Bars blend crispy, cinnamon-sugar crust with smooth cheesecake, creating a delicious dessert that’s perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 can Crescent Dough Provides a flaky and crispy crust; try puff pastry for a flakier texture.
  • 1/2 cup Sugar Adds sweetness; consider using brown sugar for extra depth.
  • 2 tablespoons Cinnamon Essential for the classic churro taste.
For the Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Brings a smooth and creamy texture.
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder; replace with a flax egg for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Elevates the cheesecake flavor.
For the Topping
  • remaining Cinnamon Sugar Mixture A mix of sugar and cinnamon to sprinkle generously.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • measuring cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup of sugar with 2 tablespoons of cinnamon.
  3. Beat the cream cheese until smooth. Then add sugar, an egg, and vanilla extract.
  4. Spray a 9x13-inch baking pan with non-stick spray and sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture across the bottom.
  5. Unroll one can of crescent dough into the prepared pan.
  6. Spread the cream cheese filling over the crescent dough layer.
  7. Cover with a second layer of crescent dough.
  8. Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon sugar mixture on top.
  9. Bake for about 30 minutes until lightly golden brown.
  10. Allow to cool completely in the pan before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow cream cheese to be at room temperature for a smoother filling. Use generous amounts of cinnamon sugar for authentic churro flavor.

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