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Cinnamon Churro Cheesecake Bars Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes plus 2 hours chilling
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Cinnamon Churro Cheesecake Bars combine a buttery graham cracker crust infused with cinnamon and a rich, creamy cheesecake filling, finished with a sprinkling of cinnamon sugar for a delightful churro-inspired treat. Perfectly baked to a smooth, set texture and chilled for a refreshing dessert experience.

Ingredients

Crust

  • 1 package graham crackers (crushed, about 9 ounces)
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon

Filling

  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup sour cream

Topping

  • 1/4 cup cinnamon sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s at the right temperature for baking the cheesecake bars.
  2. Prepare Crust: In a bowl, mix the crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and cinnamon thoroughly. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of a baking dish to form a firm crust layer.
  3. Make Filling: In a separate bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and sour cream until the mixture is smooth and creamy without lumps.
  4. Assemble Bars: Pour the cheesecake batter evenly over the prepared graham cracker crust. Use a spatula to smooth the top for an even finish.
  5. Bake: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set and the center no longer jiggles when gently shaken.
  6. Add Topping: After removing the cheesecake from the oven and letting it cool, sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture generously over the top to create the churro-inspired sweet crust.
  7. Chill: Refrigerate the cheesecake bars for at least 2 hours to firm up before slicing into bars and serving.

Notes

  • For best results, use full-fat cream cheese for a richer texture.
  • Make sure the cream cheese and eggs are at room temperature to avoid lumps in the filling.
  • Press the crust firmly to prevent it from crumbling when cutting the bars.
  • Allow the bars to chill completely so they hold their shape when sliced.
  • You can substitute the cinnamon sugar topping with a drizzle of caramel or chocolate sauce for variation.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/cinnamon-churro-cheesecake-bars-recipe-2/