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Sopapilla Cheesecake Bars

These creamy, sweet Sopapilla Cheesecake Bars feature a flaky crust topped with cinnamon-sugar, making them a delightful dessert for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Sweet Treat
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the crust and topping
  • 2 packages 8 oz crescent rolls
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
For the cheesecake filling
  • 24 oz cream cheese (softened) Make sure to soften to room temperature for easier mixing.
  • 1 1/4 cups white sugar Divided into two parts.
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Can substitute with almond extract for a twist.
  • 1 large egg

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch glass or ceramic pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. Unroll one can of crescent rolls and place it on the bottom of the pan. Pinch the seams together and press the rolls out to cover the bottom evenly.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add 1 cup of white sugar and the cornstarch, mixing until well combined.
  4. Mix in the vanilla extract and egg. Stir until the mixture is creamy and smooth.
  5. Pour this cream cheese batter over the crescent roll layer in the pan, smoothing it down evenly.
  6. On a piece of parchment paper, unroll the second package of crescent rolls. Pinch the seams together and gently roll it out to be about 1/2 inch longer and wider.
  7. Carefully place the sheet of crescent roll dough on top of the cheesecake layer.
  8. Brush the melted butter over the top of the dough.
  9. In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1/4 cup of white sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture over the top of the bars.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 35 – 40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
  2. Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool to room temperature. Then, chill in the fridge for 3 hours or overnight before serving.

Notes

These bars are best served with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and can also have honey drizzled over them for added sweetness. They can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or frozen for longer preservation.