Description
These Cinnamon Churro Cheesecake Bars combine the crisp, cinnamon-infused graham cracker crust reminiscent of traditional churros with a creamy, smooth cheesecake filling. They offer a delightful blend of cinnamon sweetness and rich texture, perfect for an indulgent dessert or a comforting treat with your coffee.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 package graham crackers (crushed, approximately 12 sheets)
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
Cheesecake 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
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature by the time your batter is ready.
- Prepare the crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and cinnamon. Stir until the mixture is well blended and holds together when pressed. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of a baking dish to form an even crust layer.
- Make the cheesecake filling: In a separate bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and sour cream using a hand mixer or stand mixer until the mixture is smooth and creamy, free of lumps.
- Assemble the bars: Pour the cheesecake batter over the prepared graham cracker crust in the baking dish. Use a spatula to smooth out the top evenly.
- Bake the cheesecake bars: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set and no longer wobbly in the center when gently shaken.
- Add the cinnamon sugar topping: Remove the bars from the oven and allow them to cool to room temperature. Once cooled, sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture generously over the surface.
- Chill and serve: Refrigerate the cheesecake bars for at least 2 hours to set completely. After chilling, cut into bars and serve chilled for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for a smooth batter without lumps.
- Press the crust firmly and evenly to prevent it from crumbling when serving.
- The bars should be fully chilled before slicing to maintain their shape.
- You can substitute the graham cracker crust with crushed digestive biscuits if preferred.
- For a stronger churro flavor, increase cinnamon in crust and topping by 1 teaspoon each.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
