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Ooey-Gooey Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake Bars

A delightful dessert treat that combines creamy cheesecake with sweet cinnamon rolls.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cinnamon Roll Base
  • 2 cans Refrigerated cinnamon roll dough Use your favorite brand.
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted butter Melted, for richness.
  • 1/2 cup Brown sugar Adds sweetness and depth of flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Ground cinnamon For a warm, spicy flavor.
Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 oz Cream cheese Softened for easy mixing.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated sugar For sweetness in the filling.
  • 1/2 cup Sour cream Adds creaminess and tang.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Enhances the flavor of the filling.
  • 2 large Eggs Bind the filling together.
Topping
  • 1/2 cup Powdered sugar For the glaze.
  • 1 tablespoon Milk To thin the glaze.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla extract For flavor in the glaze.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Open the cans of cinnamon roll dough and separate the rolls. Cut each roll into quarters.
  3. In a bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon. Stir until well combined.
  4. Spread half of the cinnamon roll pieces evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Drizzle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture over the dough.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
  6. Add sour cream, vanilla extract, and eggs to the cream cheese mixture. Beat until well combined and smooth.
  7. Pour the cheesecake filling over the cinnamon roll base in the baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  8. Top the cheesecake filling with the remaining cinnamon roll pieces. Drizzle the rest of the cinnamon sugar mixture over the top.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set and the cinnamon rolls are golden brown.
  10. While the bars are baking, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth.
  11. Allow the bars to cool in the baking dish for at least 15 minutes before drizzling the glaze over the top.
  12. Cut into squares and serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Enjoy your Ooey-Gooey Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake Bars, a perfect blend of creamy cheesecake and sweet cinnamon rolls!