Chocolate Chip Cookie Cheesecake Bars Recipe
These Chocolate Chip Cookie Cheesecake Bars combine the best of both worlds – rich, creamy cheesecake nestled between layers of soft, chewy chocolate chip cookie dough. Perfect as a decadent dessert or a sweet treat for any occasion, these bars offer a delightful contrast of textures and flavors that will satisfy cookie and cheesecake lovers alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
- Yield: 16 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Dough
- 1 18 oz roll refrigerated chocolate chip cookie dough
Cheesecake Layer
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that the bars bake evenly once assembled.
- Prepare the Pan: Line a 9×9 inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- First Cookie Dough Layer: Unroll the refrigerated cookie dough and press about two-thirds of it evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form a base.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no lumps.
- Spread the Cheesecake Layer: Pour and spread the cheesecake mixture evenly over the cookie dough base layer in the pan.
- Top with Remaining Cookie Dough: Crumble or break the remaining cookie dough into small pieces and sprinkle evenly over the cheesecake layer.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the cheesecake layer is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool and Set: Remove from oven and allow the bars to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to fully set the cheesecake layer.
- Serve: Once chilled and set, cut into bars and serve. Store leftovers in the refrigerator.
Notes
- For easier slicing, chill the bars thoroughly before cutting.
- You can add nuts like walnuts or pecans to the top layer for added texture.
- Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother cheesecake filling.
- Make sure not to overbake to prevent dry bars; the center should be slightly jiggly when you remove from the oven.
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