Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Bars Recipe
These decadent Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Bars feature a buttery graham cracker crust topped with a creamy, smooth cheesecake filling generously studded with semisweet chocolate chips. Perfectly baked to hold a slight jiggle in the center, they are chilled to achieve a luscious, sliceable texture. Ideal for dessert lovers looking for an easy-to-make sweet treat that combines classic cheesecake flavor with delightful chocolate bites.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes
- Yield: 16 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 0.33 cups unsalted butter (melted)
Cheesecake Filling
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 0.75 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Crust: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs with the melted butter until the mixture is well blended. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of a greased 9×9 inch baking pan to create the crust layer.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar together until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to incorporate fully. Stir in the vanilla extract for flavor.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the semisweet chocolate chips into the cheesecake batter, distributing them evenly without overmixing.
- Assemble and Bake: Pour the cheesecake filling over the prepared graham cracker crust, spreading it out evenly. Place the pan in the oven and bake for 35 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center still has a slight jiggle, indicating it’s perfectly baked.
- Cool and Chill: Remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely at room temperature. Once cooled, refrigerate the cheesecake bars for at least 2 hours to firm up and make slicing easier.
Notes
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature to avoid lumps in the filling.
- Do not overbake; the center should remain slightly jiggly to ensure a creamy texture once chilled.
- Refrigeration is essential to properly set the cheesecake bars before serving.
- Use a greased or parchment-lined baking pan to prevent sticking.
- For a different flavor twist, try mixing in different types of chocolate chips or adding nuts.
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