Sopapilla Cheesecake Bar
This recipe takes the best parts of a classic sopapilla—the flaky, cinnamon-sugar crust—and combines them with a creamy cheesecake filling. The result? An unbelievably easy dessert that tastes like a warm, crunchy churro and a rich cheesecake got together. It’s the perfect thing to bring to a party or just to enjoy at home.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients
For the Crust & Topping:
- 2 (8-ounce) tubes refrigerated crescent rolls
- 4 Tablespoons salted butter, melted
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Filling:
- 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
- Prep It: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Lightly spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray. Unroll one tube of crescent rolls and press it into the bottom of the dish, sealing any seams.
- Make the Filling: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and lump-free.
- Layer It Up: Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the bottom crescent roll layer. Unroll the second tube of dough and place it directly on top of the filling, gently pressing the seams together.
- Top It Off: In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, sugar, and cinnamon. Drizzle this mixture all over the top of the unbaked bars, making sure to cover the dough evenly.
- Bake: Pop the dish in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is set.
- Cool: Let the bars cool on the counter for at least 30 minutes before cutting.
Notes
Serving Suggestions: These bars are delicious on their own. For a little something extra, try drizzling them with honey or serving with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Tips & Tricks: Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature. This is the key to getting a smooth, silky filling without any lumps.
Storage & Reheating: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. To warm them up, a quick 15-20 second trip to the microwave will do the trick.
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