Churro Cheesecake Bars

Recipe View 5 mins Prepare the Oven and Pan: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly coat a 13x9-inch baking pan with cooking spray. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins Create the Cinnamon-Sugar Base: In a small bowl, combine granulated sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly across the bottom of the prepared pan. (3 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Lay the First Crust Layer: Carefully unroll one crescent dough sheet and place it in the pan, trimming edges as necessary to fit snugly. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 7 mins Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, egg, vanilla extract, and orange zest (if using) with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and fully combined. (7 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Spread the Filling: Evenly spread the prepared cream cheese filling over the crescent dough crust in the pan. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Add the Second Crust Layer: Gently unroll the remaining crescent dough sheet and lay it over the cheesecake filling, ensuring it covers the entire surface. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins Butter and Sugar the Top: Pour the melted butter evenly over the top crescent sheet. Then, sprinkle the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the buttered surface. (3 minutes)

Recipe View 30 mins Bake: Bake in the preheated oven until the top is golden brown and the filling is set, approximately 30 minutes. (30 minutes)

Recipe View 15 mins Cool, Cut, and Serve: Allow the bars to cool slightly in the pan before cutting them into desired sizes. Serve warm or chilled. For an extra touch of indulgence, drizzle with warmed cajeta just before serving. (15 minutes)