Chocolate Cheesecake Bars: The Indulgent Treat You’ll Love
Chocolate Cheesecake Bars are a luscious dessert that perfectly blends a creamy cheesecake layer with a chocolatey crust, making them a delightful treat for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a prepared baking dish.
- In another bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla extract, and mix until fully combined.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust and smooth the top.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips evenly on top of the cheesecake layer.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until set. Let cool before slicing into bars.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, refrigerate the cheesecake bars overnight before serving.
- These bars can be topped with whipped cream or fresh berries for added garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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