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Sopapilla Cheesecake Bars

Sopapilla Cheesecake Bars


  • Author: Marina Savoy
  • Total Time: About 4 hours (including chilling)
  • Yield: 12-16 bars 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A simple yet indulgent dessert featuring flaky crescent roll layers, a rich cheesecake filling, and a buttery cinnamon sugar topping. Perfect for gatherings!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cans (8 oz each) crescent roll dough
  • 24 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 1 ¼ cups granulated sugar, divided
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  • Press one can of crescent roll dough into the bottom of the dish.
  • Beat cream cheese, 1 cup sugar, cornstarch, vanilla, and egg until smooth. Spread over dough.
  • Place the second can of crescent roll dough on top, pressing seams together.
  • Brush melted butter over the dough. Mix remaining ¼ cup sugar with cinnamon and sprinkle over the top.
  • Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown. Let cool, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours before slicing.

Notes

  • Chill for best results before slicing.
  • Drizzle with honey for a traditional sopapilla touch.
  • Store in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American