Creating these Crescent Cheesecake Bars is a delightful process, one that often reminds me of the times spent with Mama Lou, who taught me that the secret ingredient is always love.

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
2. Unroll one can of crescent roll dough and press it evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form a crust.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, 1/2 cup of sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the crescent roll crust in the baking dish.
5. Unroll the second can of crescent roll dough and carefully lay it over the cream cheese mixture, trying to seal the edges as best as you can.
6. Pour the melted butter evenly over the top layer of crescent roll dough.
7. In a small bowl, mix the remaining 1/2 cup of sugar with the ground cinnamon. Sprinkle this cinnamon-sugar mixture generously over the melted butter.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the bars are set.
9. Allow the bars to cool at room temperature before cutting into squares. Enjoy the comforting flavors with loved ones.

A helpful tip from Mama Lou: Always ensure the cream cheese is fully softened before mixing for a smooth filling. Patience is key!