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Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Bars

Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Bars

Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Bars feature a soft chocolate chip cookie base and topping with a creamy cheesecake layer sandwiched in between, creating a rich, indulgent dessert perfect for sharing.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base & Topping
  • 40 oz refrigerated chocolate chip cookie dough
Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 oz cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp lemon juice optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 or 9×9 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang. Divide cookie dough in half. Let one half soften at room temperature for 15–20 minutes, then press evenly into the bottom of the pan to form the base.
  2. In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese, egg, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and optional lemon juice with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and well combined.
  3. Spoon the cheesecake filling evenly over the cookie dough base and spread gently with a spatula.
  4. Dollop the remaining cookie dough randomly over the cheesecake filling, scattering small pieces across the top.
  5. Bake for 30–40 minutes, until edges of cookie dough are golden and cheesecake filling is set around the edges with a slight wobble in the center.
  6. Cool pan on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes. Cover loosely and refrigerate for 2–3 hours or overnight until fully chilled and firm.
  7. Lift bars from the pan using parchment overhangs. Use a sharp knife to cut into bars, wiping knife clean between cuts for neat slices.

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top before baking to enhance the chocolate and cheesecake layers. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.