Description
If you’re on the hunt for a dessert that perfectly balances rich cheesecake and indulgent chocolate chip cookies, look no further! These Chocolate Chip Cookie Cheesecake Bars are a delectable treat that will satisfy your sweet tooth and impress your guests. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or a cozy night in, these bars combine soft, chewy cookie dough with a creamy cheesecake filling that’s simply irresistible.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Layer:
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
½ cup granulated sugar
½ cup brown sugar, packed
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
For the Cheesecake Filling:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Prepare the Cookie Dough: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, and beat until combined. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Assemble the Bars: Press half of the cookie dough mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Spread the cheesecake filling over the cookie dough layer. Crumble the remaining cookie dough over the top of the cheesecake layer.
- Bake: Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the cookie dough is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the bars to cool completely before slicing. For best results, refrigerate for 1-2 hours before cutting and serving.
Notes
Chilling the bars before slicing improves texture and makes cutting easier.
You can enhance the bars with whipped cream or a drizzle of chocolate sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 bars
- Calories: 320 kcal per bar
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