Introduction:
These Cinnamon Sugar Cheesecake Bars are a delightful twist on classic cheesecake, featuring a buttery crust, creamy cheesecake filling, and a crunchy cinnamon sugar topping. Perfect for parties, holidays, or a sweet treat, these bars are simple to make and impossible to resist!
Recipe:
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
- 2 cans (8 oz each) of crescent roll dough
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg (optional, for a denser filling)
For the Topping:
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the Crust:
- Roll out one can of crescent roll dough and press it evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Pinch the seams together to seal the dough into a uniform layer.
- Make the Filling:
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract (and egg, if using) until smooth and creamy.
- Spread the filling evenly over the crescent dough layer in the dish.
- Add the Top Layer:
- Roll out the second can of crescent roll dough and gently lay it over the cream cheese mixture. Pinch the seams together, covering the filling.
- Cinnamon Sugar Topping:
- In a small bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon.
- Brush the top layer of dough with melted butter and sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture generously over the top.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is set.
- Cool and Slice:
- Allow the cheesecake bars to cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours. This helps them firm up for easy slicing.
- Slice into squares and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Enjoy these rich, creamy bars with the warm flavors of cinnamon sugar! Perfect as a dessert or an indulgent snack.
