{"id":15628,"date":"2026-07-04T19:58:22","date_gmt":"2026-07-04T19:58:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/?p=15628"},"modified":"2026-07-04T19:58:23","modified_gmt":"2026-07-04T19:58:23","slug":"cream-cheese-cinnamon-dessert-bars","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/2026\/07\/04\/cream-cheese-cinnamon-dessert-bars\/","title":{"rendered":"Cream Cheese Cinnamon Dessert Bars"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Introduction<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These Cream Cheese Cinnamon Dessert Bars are a simple yet irresistible treat with a soft, buttery crust, a rich and creamy cheesecake-style filling, and a sweet cinnamon-sugar topping. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack, they come together quickly using basic ingredients and deliver bakery-quality flavor in every bite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Instruction<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ingredients<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">2 cans refrigerated crescent roll dough<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1 cup granulated sugar<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1\/2 cup melted butter<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1\/2 cup granulated sugar (for topping)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">2 teaspoons ground cinnamon<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Method<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Preheat your oven to 350\u00b0F (175\u00b0C). Lightly grease a 9\u00d713-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unroll one can of crescent roll dough and press it evenly into the bottom of the baking dish, sealing any seams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with 1 cup of sugar and the vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the bottom crust.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unroll the second can of crescent roll dough and carefully place it over the cream cheese layer, gently sealing any seams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Brush the melted butter evenly across the top layer of dough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mix the remaining 1\/2 cup sugar with the cinnamon, then sprinkle the mixture generously over the buttered dough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bake for 30\u201335 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and slightly crisp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Allow the bars to cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing into squares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Benefits<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Provides calcium and protein from the cream cheese.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Easy to prepare with minimal ingredients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Perfect for parties, potlucks, and holiday gatherings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rich, creamy texture paired with a sweet cinnamon crunch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nutrition<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Approximate values per serving<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Calories: 310<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Protein: 5 g<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Carbohydrates: 30 g<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fat: 19 g<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Saturated Fat: 10 g<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sugar: 19 g<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sodium: 260 mg<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Calcium: 8% Daily Value<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tips<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use full-fat cream cheese for the creamiest filling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Chill the bars thoroughly before cutting to achieve clean slices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg to the cinnamon-sugar topping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Serve chilled for a cheesecake-like texture or at room temperature for a softer bite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Conclusion<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cream Cheese Cinnamon Dessert Bars are a classic, crowd-pleasing dessert that combines flaky pastry, luscious cream cheese filling, and a sweet cinnamon topping. Whether you&#8217;re serving them at a family gathering or enjoying them with a cup of coffee, these easy-to-make bars are guaranteed to become a favorite recipe you&#8217;ll make again and again.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Introduction These Cream Cheese Cinnamon Dessert Bars are a simple yet irresistible treat with a soft, buttery crust, a rich and creamy cheesecake-style filling, and a sweet cinnamon-sugar topping. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack, they come together quickly using basic ingredients and deliver bakery-quality flavor in every bite. Instruction Ingredients 2 cans &#8230; <a title=\"Cream Cheese Cinnamon Dessert Bars\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/2026\/07\/04\/cream-cheese-cinnamon-dessert-bars\/\" aria-label=\"Read more about Cream Cheese Cinnamon Dessert Bars\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":15629,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-15628","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/15628","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=15628"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/15628\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":15630,"href":"https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/15628\/revisions\/15630"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/15629"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=15628"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=15628"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=15628"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}