Churro Bars
Hey there, kitchen adventurers! Buckle up because today I’m serving you something straight outta dessert heaven — Churro Bars! Imagine churros and cheesecake had a love child… yeah, it’s that magic. Full of cinnamon-sugar wholesomeness with a hit of creamy goodness, these bars are what dreams (and probably my next cheat day) are made of. Trust me, you’re gonna want to try these; they’ve got that “can’t-stop-at-one” mojo!
Growing up, churros have been a bit of an obsession in our household — big time. My husband literally does a happy dance when he sniffs these baking, and my little ones know they’re in for a treat when the aroma starts to fill the house. Honestly, it’s not just a recipe; it’s a full-on event. From rolling out the dough to licking cinnamon off your fingers, these churro bars have become our weekend warriors.
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Why You’ll Love This Churro Bars
1. They’re like a warm hug in dessert form! Seriously, kinda hard not to smile with each bite.
2. Superhero levels of deliciousness and they won’t mess your kitchen up too much.
3. Perfect for sweet-tooth emergencies and impressing guests, even if that guest is your cat.
How to Make It
Alright, grab your mixing spoon and let’s do this dance! So, first things first, mix up that dough. Be ready for a cloud of flour; it’s like a messy hug from your baking best friend. Roll the dough out — don’t worry if it’s not perfect, ‘rustic’ is just fancy for “messy.” Spread your creamy concoction on top and sprinkle that cinnamon-sugar magic like it’s fairy dust. Bake it until your kitchen smells like a churro factory — then try to wait while it cools. Just try; I dare you!
Ingredient Notes
– Flour: The backbone of our churro-licious creation! Aim for a kinda soft dough that feels like a pillow. I once forgot to measure properly — eying it doesn’t work here my friends.
– Cinnamon: Don’t skimp on this; it’s the star of the show. I’m not saying go crazy, but it’s nearly impossible to overdo.
– Cream Cheese: The glue that holds our dessert dreams together. Just don’t ask if I’ve ever forgotten to bring it to room temp — oops.
Recipe Steps
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and line your baking dish with parchment.
2. Mix flour, sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl — try not to sneeze!
3. Roll out that dough and fit it into your dish like a puzzle piece.
4. Spread the cream cheese filling evenly on top. Have fun and maybe taste-test it; I do!
5. Sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar mix like a pro, then bake!
6. Cool (if you can wait) before slicing and delighting everyone with these churro bars!
What to Serve It With
Tips & Mistakes
– Always set a timer. ALWAYS. Or you will end up with Churro Charcoal Bars… don’t ask me how I know.
– An overachieving oven can be a thing — keep a watchful eye on these babies!
– Adding a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top will make them extra drool-worthy, trust me.
Storage Tips
Leftovers (if there are any!) can chill in the fridge, covered. They’re even kinda okay cold in a pinch or, let’s be real, as a cheeky breakfast when everyone’s still asleep.
Variations and Substitutions
Want to shake up your churro routine? Try subbing in some cocoa powder for half the cinnamon — it’s choco-crazy! Or swap the cream cheese for mascarpone when you’re feeling fancy. Once I realized mid-recipe I was out of sugar and honey filled the gap. It was a sweet save!
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Churro Bars
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter melted
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and half of the sugar.
- Add melted butter and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and mix until combined.
- Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan.
- Sprinkle remaining sugar mixed with cinnamon evenly over the top.
- Bake for 22-25 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- Let cool completely before cutting into bars and serving.
Notes
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