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Delicious Easy Churro Cheesecake Bars with cream cheese filling and cinnamon sugar crust.

Churro Cheesecake Bars

These Easy Churro Cheesecake Bars combine the delicious flavors of cinnamon sugar with a rich, creamy cheesecake filling, making for a perfect low-stress dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Baker's Treat
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cheesecake bars
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Make sure to soften for a smooth filling.
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg For structure and a smoother set.
  • 2 sheets ready to bake dough sheets The kind that press into a pan easily.
  • 1 tsp cinnamon For the cheesecake mixture.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar For the cinnamon sugar topping.
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted For brushing on dough.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13 inch pan. For easy removal, line with parchment paper and leave a little overhang.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the sugar and cinnamon to create cinnamon sugar. Use a generous amount.
  3. Press one sheet of dough into the bottom of the prepared pan, ensuring to pinch together any seams.
  4. Brush the pressed dough lightly with butter, then sprinkle generously with cinnamon sugar.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sugar, mixing until smooth. Add the egg and vanilla, stirring until creamy and combined.
  6. Spread the cheesecake mixture evenly over the bottom layer of dough. Place the second sheet of dough on top, brush with butter, and finish with more cinnamon sugar.
Baking
  1. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the top is puffed and golden. The center may jiggle slightly but that is fine as it will set while cooling.
Cooling
  1. Allow to cool at room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before slicing. Overnight chilling is recommended.

Notes

For best results, let the bars cool fully before chilling to avoid sogginess. If the top dough browns too quickly, loosely cover with foil for the last 8 to 10 minutes of baking. Can be served with toppings like caramel sauce, whipped cream, or vanilla ice cream.