Chocolate Chip Cookie Cheesecake Bars
Ingredients
- 3 call-purpose flour
- 1 tspfine sea salt
- ½ tspbaking soda
- ½ tspbaking powder
- 2 sticksunsalted butter
), at cool room temperature (67°f
- 1 ¼ cdark brown sugar
- ½ cgranulated sugar
- 2 largeeggs
at cool room temperature
- 2 tspvanilla extract
- 1 ¼ csemisweet chocolate chips
- 16 ozcream cheese
completely softened to room temperature
- 1 cgranulated sugar
- 2 largeeggs
at cool room temperature
- 2 tspvanilla extract
- ¼ tspfine sea salt
- ¼ csemisweet chocolate chips
- flaky sea salt
optional, for topping
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 325°F. Line a 9x13-inch metal baking pan* with parchment paper, leaving an overhang. Spray with nonstick spray.
Prepare the cookie dough:
- 1
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder.
- 2
In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the butter, dark brown sugar, and granulated sugar until lightened in color and fluffy in texture, about 3 minutes. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl. Beat in the eggs, one a time, until smooth and creamy. Beat in the vanilla, then scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl. On low speed, gradually add in the dry ingredients. Fold in chocolate chips with a rubber spatula. Place cookie dough in fridge while you make the cheesecake layer.
- 3
Make ahead: Cover and refrigerate the cookie dough for up to 3 days.
Prepare the cheesecake batter:
- 1
In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the cream cheese and sugar, scraping down the sides and bottom of the bowl, until completely smooth and creamy, about 3 minutes. Add the eggs, one at a time, and beat until fully combined. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl. Beat in the vanilla and salt. Set aside.
Assemble:
- 1
Using a spatula, press about two-thirds of the cookie dough into the bottom of the prepared pan. Pour the cheesecake batter on top. Scoop remaining dough into balls, flatten between your palms, and layer over the cheesecake batter. Don’t worry about making it look perfect. Sprinkle the top with 1/4 cup chocolate chips.
- 2
Bake for about 40 to 50 minutes, or until the tops and edges are lightly golden brown.
- 3
Remove from oven and sprinkle flaky sea salt on top, if desired. Place pan on wire rack and let cool to room temperature. Refrigerate for 3 hours or overnight before cutting and serving.
Chocolate Chip Cookie Cheesecake Bars
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About this Recipe
Craving a dessert that delivers both comforting classic flavors and rich indulgence? These Chocolate Chip Cookie Cheesecake Bars combine the best of a chewy cookie with creamy, smooth cheesecake in every single bite.
This recipe effortlessly brings together two beloved desserts into one unforgettable treat. You get the irresistible allure of a classic chocolate chip cookie dough base, perfectly paired with a velvety, rich vanilla cheesecake filling, making it a perfect beginner-friendly dessert that tastes anything but simple.
Prepare for a symphony of textures and flavors. You'll experience the delightful chewiness of a golden brown chocolate chip cookie, studded with delicious semisweet chocolate chips, providing a sturdy yet tender foundation. Layered atop is a bright, tangy, and incredibly smooth vanilla cheesecake, offering a creamy counterpoint. The rich flavors of dark brown sugar and vanilla shine through, creating an indulgent bar dessert that's truly heavenly. If you choose to add the optional flaky sea salt, you'll find a beautiful contrast that enhances the sweetness and complexity of each bite.
While semisweet chocolate chips are a fantastic choice, feel free to experiment with milk chocolate or even a mix of dark and white chocolate chips in both the cookie dough and the cheesecake layer. For an extra touch of sophistication and flavor balance, don't skip the flaky sea salt on top—it beautifully contrasts the sweetness.
These Chocolate Chip Cookie Cheesecake Bars are ideal for any gathering, from casual potlucks to celebratory parties, or simply as a satisfying end to a weeknight meal. They're a crowd-pleasing bar dessert that's easy to transport and share, ensuring every guest gets a taste of pure dessert bliss.