The irresistible crunch of cinnamon-sugar churros combined with a creamy cheesecake filling – these churro cheesecake bars are the ultimate dessert mashup! Perfect for feeding a crowd or treating yourself, these bars offer the best of both worlds: the sweet cinnamon coating of churros with a rich, tangy cheesecake center.
The Best of Two Worlds
Bar cookies like snickerdoodle blondies and sugar cookie bars are always a hit at my house. They’re easy to make, delicious, and loved by everyone. And now, these churro cheesecake bars have taken a special place on the list of family favorites.
As the holidays approach, there’s nothing quite like the scent of cinnamon and sugar filling the house, bringing back memories of childhood. My mom used to make delicious holiday treats like gingerbread men, and I’d always be by her side in the kitchen, helping out. Now, I find myself experimenting in the kitchen even more and creating new favorites – like these churro cheesecake bars, which my family can’t get enough of!
What You’ll Love
Imagine the crunchy cinnamon-sugar crust of a churro, perfectly paired with a rich and creamy cheesecake filling. These bars will make your home smell like Christmas and taste even better! With a combination of textures – crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside – they’re simply irresistible.
Here’s how to make churro cheesecake bars:
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 Tbsp ground cinnamon
- 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cans (8 oz each) Pillsbury crescent dinner rolls
Directions:
- Prepare the cinnamon sugar: In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup sugar with 2 Tbsp cinnamon. Set aside.
- Make the cheesecake filling: Beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add 1/2 cup sugar, egg, and vanilla extract. Continue beating until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the bars: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 9×13-inch pan with non-stick spray, then sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly across the bottom of the pan.
- Layer the dough: Unroll one can of dough onto a lightly floured surface. If using dough cut into triangles, press the seams firmly together to form a single sheet. Place the dough in the pan on top of the cinnamon-sugar layer, pressing it gently to fit the edges.
- Add the cream cheese filling: Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the dough layer.
- Top with the second dough sheet: Roll out the second can of dough just like the first, and carefully place it over the cheesecake filling. Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture on top.
- Bake: Bake for about 30 minutes, or until the top is lightly browned and the filling is set.
- Cool and serve: Let the bars cool before cutting into squares. These churro cheesecake bars are perfect for any time of year, but they’ll especially make a great addition to your holiday spread!
Tips for Storing:
Due to the cream cheese in the filling, these bars should be refrigerated. They’re best enjoyed the day they’re made, but will stay fresh for 2-3 days in the fridge. Just keep in mind the cinnamon sugar crust may soften over time.
These churro cheesecake bars are sure to become a new favorite in your dessert repertoire, combining the best of churros and cheesecake in one delicious bite. Enjoy them at your next holiday gathering, or as a sweet treat whenever the mood strikes!
More Cinnamon Treats You’ll Love:
- Applesauce Bread
- Cinnamon Swirl Pound Cake
- Glazed Cinnamon Roll Cake
- Snickerdoodle Bread
Looking for more dessert bars? Try these:
- Pistachio Sugar Cookie Bars
- Caramelitas
- Butterscotch Blondies
- Toffee Bars
- Sugar Cookie Bars
- Cheesecake Brownies
Churro Cheesecake Bars Recipe
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Yield: 15 servings
Now you can enjoy the delicious combination of churros and cheesecake in an easy-to-make bar form!