Description
Cinnamon churro cheesecake bars blend Mexican street dessert magic with creamy cheesecake comfort, creating an irresistible sweet treat. Rich layers of cinnamon-sugar crunch and silky cream cheese will make you swoon with pure dessert delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 16 ounces (454 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup (200 grams) sugar
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 cup (120 grams) graham cracker crumbs
- 4 tablespoons (57 grams) melted butter
- 1/4 cup (50 grams) sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Topping Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup (50 grams) sugar
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Create a uniform base by thoroughly combining graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and cinnamon. Press the mixture compactly into a lined baking pan, ensuring an even, smooth foundation.
- Whip cream cheese and sugar until silky and lump-free. Gently incorporate vanilla extract and eggs, mixing until the filling achieves a consistent, velvety texture without overmixing.
- Evenly distribute the cream cheese mixture across the prepared crust, using a spatula to spread it smoothly and reach all corners of the pan.
- Craft a fragrant cinnamon-sugar blend by thoroughly whisking sugar and ground cinnamon. Liberally dust this aromatic mixture across the cheesecake surface, creating a delectable crumbly layer.
- Position the pan in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven. Bake for approximately 25-30 minutes, watching for a slightly firm center and golden edges that indicate perfect doneness.
- Remove from oven and allow the bars to cool completely at room temperature. Refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours to enhance flavor and achieve optimal slicing consistency.
- Slice into precise rectangular bars, revealing the luxurious layers of cinnamon-infused cheesecake with a crisp, sugary exterior.
Notes
- Chill cream cheese at room temperature for smooth, lump-free mixing to ensure a silky cheesecake texture.
- Use parchment paper with overhanging edges for easy bar removal and clean cutting without sticking.
- Avoid overbaking by checking the center’s slight wobble, which will set perfectly during cooling and chilling.
- Replace graham cracker crumbs with almond flour or gluten-free cookie crumbs for a similar crunchy base.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 287 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg