Description
Sweet Sopapilla Cheesecake Bars feature a creamy cheesecake filling layered between flaky crescent dough and topped with buttery cinnamon sugar. These rich dessert bars are easy to make and perfect for gatherings, holidays, or a comforting homemade treat.
Ingredients
24 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup sour cream, at room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 large eggs, room temperature and lightly beaten
2 (8-ounce) packages crescent roll sheets
1/2 cup granulated sugar (for topping)
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and 1 cup granulated sugar together until smooth and creamy, about 3 minutes.
- Add the sour cream and vanilla extract and mix on low speed until fully incorporated.
- Gently fold in the lightly beaten eggs just until combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Unroll one package of crescent roll dough and press it evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan, sealing any seams.
- Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the dough and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Place the second sheet of crescent roll dough over the filling, stretching it gently to cover the entire surface.
- In a small bowl, combine the remaining 1/2 cup granulated sugar and the ground cinnamon.
- Pour the melted butter evenly over the top layer of dough and sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the butter.
- Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the top is golden brown and the dough is fully baked.
- Allow the bars to cool completely on a wire rack, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours before slicing and serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, drizzle honey over the bars after baking for a traditional sopapilla-inspired touch.
A light dusting of powdered sugar before serving adds extra sweetness and presentation.
Spread a thin layer of raspberry or strawberry preserves over the bottom crescent layer for a fruity variation.
Add a pinch of nutmeg to the cinnamon sugar mixture for a warm holiday flavor.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Reheat individual slices in the microwave for 10–15 seconds if serving warm.
Freeze individual bars wrapped tightly for up to 2 months and thaw overnight in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
