Description
Delight in these Cinnamon Churro Cheesecake Bars, a luscious dessert featuring a crunchy cinnamon-graham cracker crust, creamy vanilla-infused cheesecake filling, and a classic cinnamon-sugar topping reminiscent of churros. Perfectly baked and chilled to set, these bars marry rich cream cheese flavor with a sweet, spicy crunch for a crowd-pleasing treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 4 tbsp melted butter
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Cheesecake Filling
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
Topping
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and cinnamon thoroughly. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of a baking dish to create a firm crust layer.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and creamy. Add the vanilla extract, then incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing until the filling is well combined and smooth.
- Assemble the Bars: Pour the cheesecake filling over the prepared crust, spreading it evenly. In a small bowl, mix the topping sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle this cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the cheesecake layer.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheesecake layer is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool and Chill: Remove from the oven and allow the cheesecake bars to cool to room temperature. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 2 hours to let the cheesecake fully set and achieve the perfect texture.
- Serve: Slice into bars and enjoy the creamy cheesecake combined with the crunchy, cinnamon-sugar churro topping.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened before mixing to avoid lumps in the filling.
- Press the crust firmly into the pan to prevent it from crumbling when slicing.
- Do not overbake the cheesecake; slight jiggle is ideal for creamy texture.
- Refrigeration time is crucial for the bars to set properly and enhance flavor.
- Store leftover bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
