These delicious churro cheesecake bars are made using crescent rolls and a luscious cheesecake filling all bound together with the iconic churro cinnamon sugar mixture. It is baked in the oven to yield a flakey and delicious cheesecake-like bar that you can serve for holidays, picnics, potlucks, or any family get-together.
Since you are here, make sure to check out these Crumbl churro cookies, this Snickerdoodle blondie recipe, these air fryer churros, as well as this Snickerdoodle skillet cookie 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!
So since they are so easy to throw together I usually end up making a few batches of these indulgent treats and even freeze 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 as well as in the cream cheese layer.
- Ground cinnamon
- Cream cheese
- Egg
- Vanilla extract
- Pillsbury crescent dough sheets
- 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!
- Mix the cinnamon and sugar in a small bowl and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl cream the cream cheese until smooth.
- Add in the egg, sugar, and vanilla extract and mix again until creamy.
- Spray a 9×13-inch pan with nonstick cooking spray
- Sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture onto the prepared baking pan.
- Unroll the crescent roll dough and pinch the seams if you can’t find the ones without the indentations.
- Place that on top of the cinnamon sugar carefully.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture on top of the bottom layer of dough.
- Unroll the second can of dough, pinch the seams to seal, and carefully place it on top of the filling.
- Sprinkle with the remaining cinnamon sugar mixture on top and bake in the preheated oven.
- Allow it to cool down before slicing and enjoying.
You can make this with an electric 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.
Easy and delicious cinnamon churro cheesecake
Easy churro cheesecake bars
Ingredients
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 2-8 oz cream cheese packages softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 -8oz cans Pillsbury crescent dinner rolls
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350F.
- In a medium bowl combine the granulated sugar and cinnamon and set aside.½ cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- In a large bowl, cream the softened cream cheese. Add in the egg, the granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Set aside.2-8 oz cream cheese packages, ½ cup granulated sugar, 1 egg, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Spray a 9×13" pan with non-stick spray and evenly sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture on there.
- Unroll the first can of crescent dough onto your lightly floured surface and pinch the seams together to seal. Carefully place it on the cinnamon sugar and press onto the pan to cover the bottom.2 -8oz cans Pillsbury crescent dinner rolls
- Evenly spread the cream cheese mixture on top of the first layer of crescent dough. Unroll the second can of dough, repeat the process of sealing the seams then cover the cheesecake filling with it.
- Top with the remaining cinnamon sugar and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until light brown.
- Allow the bars to cool down before chilling in the fridge for an hour. Slice and enjoy!
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lacey
When do you add the salt and how much?!
Chahinez
Add it in step 3 with the softened cream cheese, egg, granulated sugar, vanilla extract and just a pinch of salt 😊