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Sopapilla Cheesecake Bars Recipe

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Sopapilla Cheesecake Bars offer a delicious fusion of creamy cheesecake sandwiched between flaky crescent roll layers, topped with cinnamon sugar for a sweet and satisfying dessert. These bars are easy to prepare and perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying as a comforting treat.

Ingredients

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For the Bars

  • Cooking spray, as needed
  • 2 (8-oz.) blocks cream cheese, softened
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • Pinch kosher salt
  • 2 (8-oz.) tubes refrigerated Crescent rolls
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter
  • 2 tablespoons cinnamon sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9-by-13-inch baking dish thoroughly with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix the cheesecake filling: In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, eggs, sour cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of kosher salt. Use a hand mixer to beat these ingredients together until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  3. Prepare the bottom dough layer: Open one tube of crescent roll dough and press it into the prepared baking dish, stretching the dough to cover the bottom evenly. If the dough has perforations, pinch them closed to create a solid layer.
  4. Add cheesecake layer and top dough: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the bottom dough. Then, take the second tube of crescent rolls and layer it on top, again pressing and sealing any perforations.
  5. Add buttery cinnamon topping: Brush the top layer of dough with melted butter. Then, sprinkle the cinnamon sugar evenly over the surface to give the bars a sweet, crunchy finish.
  6. Bake the bars: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until the crescent roll topping is golden brown and fully cooked.
  7. Cool and serve: Remove the bars from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the baking dish. Once cooled, slice into squares and serve.

Notes

  • Ensure cream cheese is softened to room temperature to achieve a smooth filling texture.
  • Pinching perforations closed on the crescent dough prevents leaking and helps maintain layers.
  • Cooling the bars completely before slicing allows them to set properly for clean cuts.
  • For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of ground nutmeg or a dash of orange zest to the cheesecake filling.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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