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Easy Sopapilla Cheesecake Bars with Cinnamon Sugar Topping

Two halves of a rich sopapilla cheesecake showing flaky pastry and creamy filling, dusted with cinnamon sugar.
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Make this simple, layered dessert that combines flaky crescent roll dough, a creamy cheesecake filling, and a buttery cinnamon sugar topping. This recipe delivers a sweet comfort food experience, tasting like a blend of churros and cheesecake.

Ingredients

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  • 2 (8 ounce) cans refrigerated crescent roll dough
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup honey, for drizzling (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Unroll one package of crescent roll dough and press it evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  3. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, 1 cup of sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Spread this cream cheese filling evenly over the bottom layer of dough.
  4. Unroll the second package of crescent roll dough and carefully place it over the cream cheese layer. Gently pinch the seams together to seal the edges.
  5. In a small bowl, mix the 3/4 cup of sugar and 2 teaspoons of cinnamon for the topping.
  6. Brush the top layer of dough evenly with the melted butter. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the buttered top layer.
  7. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is set.
  8. Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool slightly. If desired, drizzle with honey before cutting into bars.
  9. Cut into squares and serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • You can prepare this make ahead dessert bars recipe a day in advance and keep it covered in the refrigerator. Let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving.
  • For an extra churro inspired dessert flavor, use a pastry brush to lightly coat the top layer with melted butter before adding the cinnamon sugar.
  • This recipe works well for a holiday potluck dessert because it travels easily.

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