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Irresistible Churro Cheesecake Bars with Cinnamon Sugar Crust

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These churro cheesecake bars feature a crunchy cinnamon sugar crust and a creamy cheesecake filling, perfect for a quick and easy homemade dessert that pleases any crowd.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 16 ounces (450g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for topping)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1 ½ cups flour, ⅓ cup sugar, 2 teaspoons cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Add the softened butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Press about two-thirds of the crust mixture evenly into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 10 minutes until set and slightly golden. Let cool slightly.
  4. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with ½ cup sugar until smooth and creamy (2-3 minutes). Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
  5. Stir in vanilla extract, 2 tablespoons flour, and sour cream or Greek yogurt if using until batter is silky and lump-free.
  6. Pour the filling over the warm crust and spread evenly.
  7. Sprinkle the remaining crust crumbs over the cheesecake layer, pressing gently so they stick but don’t sink.
  8. Mix 2 tablespoons sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon in a small bowl and sprinkle evenly over the top.
  9. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the filling is set but slightly jiggly in the center and edges are lightly browned.
  10. Cool completely on a wire rack, then refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours or overnight.
  11. Slice into bars using a sharp knife, wiping clean between cuts.

Notes

Use room temperature cream cheese for smooth filling. Avoid overmixing to prevent cracks. Chill bars overnight for best slicing and flavor. Freshly ground cinnamon enhances flavor. Press crust firmly to prevent crumbling. Start checking baking at 30 minutes to avoid overbaking.

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