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Crispy Churro Cheesecake Bars

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These crispy churro cheesecake bars feature a buttery cinnamon sugar crumble topping over a smooth, creamy cheesecake layer, combining crunchy and velvety textures in a quick and easy homemade dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) sour cream
  • 1 cup (120 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup (65 g) granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup (50 g) light brown sugar, packed
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 6 tablespoons (85 g) unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
  2. Make the crumble topping: In a medium bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Whisk to evenly distribute.
  3. Add cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry blender or two forks to cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized bits. Set aside about 1 cup (1/3 of the mixture) for topping.
  4. Prepare the cheesecake layer: In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese with granulated sugar until creamy and smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing well to combine. Scrape down the sides as needed.
  6. Fold in sour cream gently until fully incorporated.
  7. Assemble the bars: Press the remaining crumble mixture (2/3 portion) firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form an even crust.
  8. Pour the cheesecake batter over the crust and spread evenly with a spatula.
  9. Sprinkle the reserved crumble topping evenly over the cheesecake layer.
  10. Bake for 35-40 minutes until the topping is golden brown and the cheesecake layer is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
  11. Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Chill in the fridge for at least 3 hours or overnight before slicing.
  12. Optional: If the crumble feels too soft after baking, broil for 3-5 minutes to crisp it up, watching carefully to avoid burning.

Notes

Use cold butter for the crumble to ensure a crispy, flaky texture. Do not overbake the cheesecake; it should remain slightly jiggly in the center when done. Use parchment paper for easy removal. For extra crispiness, broil the crumble topping for 3-5 minutes at the end of baking, watching carefully to avoid burning. Variations include adding chocolate chips, using almond flour for gluten-free, or vegan substitutes for dairy-free options.

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