Churro Cheesecake Cake Bars
These churro cheesecake cake bars combine the crispy, cinnamon-dusted flavor of churros with the creamy goodness of cheesecake, resulting in a deliciously unique dessert.
Equipment
- 1 9-inch round cake pan greased and floured
- 1 electric mixer
- 1 Mixing Bowl large
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 16 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan to ensure the bars don't stick.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar, and cinnamon. Add the softened butter and mix until a crumbly dough forms. Press this dough into the prepared cake pan evenly.
Cheesecake Filling
- In another bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well between each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until combined.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust in the cake pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Baking
- Place the cake pan in the oven and bake for 40-50 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set and the edges are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely. For best results, refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing.
Serving
- Slice into bars and serve chilled or at room temperature. Garnish with cinnamon sugar or your choice of toppings.
Storage
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. These bars can also be frozen for longer storage.
Notes
Pro Tips: Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
Ingredient Substitutions: Use gluten-free flour or dairy-free cream cheese if needed.
How to Serve: Best served chilled with a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar.
Storage & Freshness: Store in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for longer.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare the crust and filling in advance, then bake when ready.
Ingredient Substitutions: Use gluten-free flour or dairy-free cream cheese if needed.
How to Serve: Best served chilled with a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar.
Storage & Freshness: Store in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for longer.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare the crust and filling in advance, then bake when ready.