Cheesecake Churro Squares (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Cheesecake Filling
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2 packs of cream cheese (8 oz each), left out to soften
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1/2 cup white sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 large egg
→ Dough Layer
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2 cans of crescent rolls (or puff pastry sheets)
→ Cinnamon-Sugar Coating
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1/2 cup white sugar
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1 tbsp cinnamon powder
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2 tbsp melted butter
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Optional: extra cinnamon sugar to roll finished pieces in
→ Optional Serving Suggestions
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Caramel drizzle
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Chocolate syrup
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Dulce de leche sauce
# Instructions:
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Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to warm up. Make sure your 9x13 dish is greased with either butter or spray.
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Using a mixer, blend softened cream cheese and sugar in a medium bowl until smooth. Add the egg and vanilla, and whisk again until there are no lumps left.
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Combine 1/2 cup sugar and 1 tablespoon cinnamon in a small dish. Stir it up evenly, then leave it for later.
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Roll out 1 crescent dough sheet and press it into the bottom of the greased dish. Pinch any gaps or seams together.
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Pour the creamy cheesecake mixture onto the dough base. Make sure it spreads out evenly and touches all edges.
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Open the second dough can and place it gently over the cheesecake filling. Press the edges slightly to seal everything together.
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Brush melted butter across the top layer of dough. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture all over until it’s nicely covered.
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Place your dish in the heated oven for about 25 to 30 minutes. You’re looking for a golden and fully cooked top.
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Let the dish cool at room temperature for 15 minutes. Pop it into the fridge for at least 1 hour to firm up.
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After it’s cold, slice into squares or smaller pieces. Roll them in extra cinnamon-sugar if you like. Pair with caramel, chocolate syrup, or dulce de leche for dipping.
# Notes:
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To make sure the filling is creamy, let the cream cheese really soften before using.
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The bites taste even better if left overnight—this allows the flavors to sink in.
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If using puff pastry instead of crescent dough, the bake time may change, so keep an eye out for a golden top.