Growing up in Nashville, I’ve made the trip to New Orleans for Mardi Gras more times than I can count. Now, I’m bringing the celebration to your table with a fun twist on two classics: king cake and cheesecake. My king cake cheesecake bars combine the rich, creamy goodness of cheesecake with sweet cinnamon roll dough, all topped with festive purple, green, and gold sugar.
This dessert is as easy as it is delicious, thanks to two simple tricks: store-bought cinnamon roll dough and a food processor. The dough gets unrolled to form the top and bottom crusts, and the cheesecake filling is whipped up in the food processor. With just 30 minutes of prep, plus baking and cooling, you’ll have a party-perfect treat.
The cinnamon-spiced dough and tangy cheesecake filling capture all the traditional king cake flavors in a convenient, shareable bar. Want to take it up a notch? Add a classic king cake baby for a good-luck surprise. These bars are perfect for Mardi Gras or any time you want a little New Orleans flair to your celebration.
Did you try making these? Let us know what you think in the comments below!
