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Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Bars

Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Bars That Melt in Your Mouth

Indulge in Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Bars—a delightful blend of cookie dough and creamy cheesecake that will elevate your dessert game.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 oz Cream cheese use full-fat for best texture
  • 1 large Egg room temperature
  • 1/2 cup Granulated sugar adjust based on taste
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract can substitute with almond extract
  • 1 tbsp Lemon juice optional, adds brightness
For the Cookie Crust and Topping
  • 1 lb Refrigerated chocolate chip cookie dough can substitute with homemade dough

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • 13x9-inch pan
  • electric mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 13x9” pan lined with parchment paper.
  2. Freeze the cookie dough for 30-60 minutes to firm it up. Cut into 1/4" slices.
  3. Press half of the sliced cookie dough evenly into the bottom of the pan.
  4. Bake the cookie crust for 10 minutes until lightly golden.
  5. In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, egg, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  6. Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the warm cookie crust.
  7. Slice the remaining cookie dough and arrange it over the cheesecake layer.
  8. Bake the assembled bars for 35-40 minutes, until the center is set and slightly jiggly.
  9. Cool before refrigerating for at least 2 hours.
  10. Slice into squares and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for the best results. Avoid overmixing the cheesecake filling.

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