How to Make Easy Churro Cheesecake Bars recipe

Super easy and simple dessert recipes have a special place in my heart and with this recipe only requiring 6 ingredients it is high on my go-to irresistible dessert list.

I’ve made it a few times for friends and family and I am not sure why but these types of desserts always do so well. I don’t know if it is the crunchy cinnamony goodness of a churro that you get from the crescent dinner rolls and cinnamon sugar mixture or if it is the tangy cream cheese filling. But these fly off the table anytime I bring them over.

This is the best churro cheesecake bar recipe ever!

Since they are so easy to throw together, I usually end up making a few batches of these indulgent treats and even freezing them for a later date or just to enjoy whenever we get a sweet tooth.

Why you need to make this recipe!

• This is a simple dessert that only requires a handful of ingredients.
• You can make these in a variety of sizes, and shapes. Slice them into tiny squares to feed a crowd or keep them large to really get to enjoy all of the goodness of these cinnamon treats.
• This dessert can be made for so many events and will come together in no time.
• You can elevate this dessert by drizzling some chocolate sauce, caramel sauce, or even dulce de leche on top.

Ingredients for this 6-ingredient churro cheesecake bars

Here are the ingredients you will need to make this simple and favorite Mexican dessert. Make sure to scroll down to the recipe card for the full detailed ingredient measurements.

• Granulated sugar- We will use the white sugar in the cinnamon sugar mixture and the cream cheese layer.
• Ground cinnamon- This recipe uses ground cinnamon for that churro vibe, but feel free to add other warm spices here as well to make it fit your preference and to fit the fall flavor vibes.
• Cream cheese- Make sure that the cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth texture.
• Egg- Use an egg at room temperature so it mixes well into the cheesecake filling. 
• Vanilla extract
• Pillsbury crescent dough sheets- This is our crust for these delicious bars.
• Salt- I didn’t count this as one of the ingredients when making this because I feel like we all have it at home. If you want to omit this, you can, but I think adding a little salt to your baked goods always helps balance out the sweetness of the dessert so much more.

How to make the best churro cheesecake bars

This is how you can make this easy churro cheesecake bar recipe. Make sure to scroll down to the recipe card for the full step-by-step instructions!

1. Mix the cinnamon and sugar in a small bowl and set aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream the cream cheese until smooth.
3. Add the large egg, sugar, and vanilla extract and mix until creamy.
4. Spray a 9×13-inch pan with nonstick cooking spray or grease with melted butter.
5. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture onto the prepared baking pan.
6. Unroll the crescent roll dough and pinch the seams if you can’t find the ones without the indentations.
7. Place that on top of the cinnamon sugar carefully.
8. Spread the cream cheese mixture on top of the bottom layer of dough.
9. Unroll the second dough can, pinch the seams to seal, and carefully place it on top of the filling.
10. Sprinkle with the remaining cinnamon sugar mixture on top and bake in the preheated oven.
11. Allow it to cool down before slicing and enjoying.

You can make this with an electric mixer, hand mixer, or in a stand mixer. If you want to make it by hand using a whisk make sure your cream cheese is softened for the best texture.

Frequently asked questions – FAQ

How to store leftover churro cheesecake bars?

You can store any leftovers you have in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can warm these bars up in the microwave for 5-10 seconds before enjoying.

Can I freeze these churro cheesecake bars for later?

You can freeze these bars for up to 3 months. Just make sure to place them in an airtight container and separate each layer with some wax paper or parchment paper to keep them from sticking to one another.

Allow them to thaw in a flat single layer (plate or baking sheet) on the counter for a few hours before enjoying.

Can I add nuts to the bars?

You definitely can! You can go for whichever nuts you prefer, but pecans or walnuts would go best here. Chop them up really finely and add them on top of the pastry dough with the cinnamon sugar before baking.

Serving suggestions

Serving these as is would be perfect but you could also add a drizzle of caramel on top or even a few scoops of ice cream and some whipped cream on the side for even more of a treat.

Easy and delicious cinnamon churro cheesecake