Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Bars are the perfect indulgence for any dessert lover. Combining rich cream cheese with the comforting appeal of chocolate chip cookie dough, the bars are simple to whip up and are sure to impress friends and family alike. Prepare to enjoy a delightful treat with the easy-to-follow steps.
For those with allergies, consider using dairy-free cream cheese and cookie dough options. If you’re looking to mix things up, feel free to substitute the refrigerated cookie dough with your favorite homemade version or even a gluten-free alternative. Quality ingredients will make a noticeable difference, especially with the cream cheese, so go for a brand you trust.
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Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Bars Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 (18 ounce) package refrigerated chocolate chip cookie dough
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a small bowl, mix together 1 (8 ounce) package of softened cream cheese, 1/2 cup sugar, and 1 egg until smooth and creamy.
- Remove half of the 1 (18 ounce) package of refrigerated chocolate chip cookie dough from the wrapper and press it into an ungreased 8-inch square pan to form the base.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cookie dough layer in the pan.
- Crumble the remaining cookie dough on top of the cream cheese layer, distributing it as evenly as possible.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, being careful not to over bake for the perfect texture. Keep an eye on it as it bakes, as every oven varies a bit. Once done, let it cool before serving.
Part of our Homemade Cheesecake Recipes collection — Part 2 of 3:
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