1️⃣ Prep the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
2️⃣ First Crescent Layer
Unroll one can of crescent rolls and press the dough into the bottom of the prepared baking dish, making sure to pinch any seams together to form a solid layer.
3️⃣ Make the Cheesecake Filling
In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, 1 cup of sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the crescent dough layer.
4️⃣ Second Crescent Layer
Unroll the second can of crescent rolls and carefully lay it over the cream cheese layer, pinching seams together as needed.
5️⃣ Butter & Sugar Topping
Pour the melted butter evenly over the top layer of crescent dough. In a small bowl, mix ¼ cup of sugar with the cinnamon, then sprinkle it generously over the butter.
6️⃣ Bake to Perfection
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
7️⃣ Cool & Serve
Let the crescent cheesecake bars cool for about 20-30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least an hour before slicing. This helps them set and makes slicing easier.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. These bars can also be frozen for up to 2 months—just thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.