Description

Experience the delightful blend of cookie dough and cheesecake in these irresistible Cookie Dough Cheesecake Bars. With a simple graham cracker crust, a creamy cheesecake layer, and generous chunks of chocolate chip cookie dough on top, this recipe is perfect for anyone looking for a quick and tasty treat to make at home.

Ingredients

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1 1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
5 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
8 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup chocolate chips
8 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg (room temperature)
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 325°F and line a 9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper or foil, leaving an overhang. Spray with nonstick cooking spray.
Combine melted butter and graham cracker crumbs until mixed well. Press the mixture into the prepared pan and bake for 6 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool on a rack, but keep the oven on.
For the cookie dough, blend softened butter with brown sugar, granulated sugar, salt, and vanilla in a bowl until smooth. Gradually mix in flour until just combined, then fold in chocolate chips and set aside.
In another bowl, cream together cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add the egg and vanilla at low speed until just blended. Pour the cheesecake mixture over the cooled crust.
Form the cookie dough into clumps, then flatten slightly and spread evenly over the cheesecake filling, using all of the dough.
Bake for about 30 minutes, until the top feels dry. Once done, allow to cool completely on a rack.
Remove the bars using the overhang, slice into pieces, and serve them cold or at room temperature.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet.
Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature for easy blending.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 350
Sugar: 17g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 50mg