Description
Indulge in the irresistible fusion of cinnamon-sugar churros and rich, creamy cheesecake with these Churro Cheesecake Bars. Featuring a buttery, crisp exterior and a decadent, swirled filling, these bars are the ultimate treat for satisfying your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
– 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 2 eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add in 1 cup of sugar and beat until well combined.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the cream cheese mixture, mixing just until combined.
6. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, 1/2 cup of sugar, and cinnamon.
7. Spread half of the cheesecake batter into the prepared baking pan. Drizzle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the top.
8. Gently dollop the remaining cheesecake batter over the cinnamon-sugar layer and spread it out evenly.
9. Drizzle the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture over the top.
10. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is almost set. Allow to cool completely before cutting into bars.
Notes
For a deeper cinnamon flavor, increase the amount of ground cinnamon in the topping mixture. Serve the Churro Cheesecake Bars chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 35
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American