Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 2 tablespoons butter, at room temperature 3/4 cup sugar 2 large eggs, beaten 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 8 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped (about 1 1/2 cups) 6 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature, melted and cooled slightly 3 cups semisweet chocolate chips (about 2 cups) Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking dish. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time; mix well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract. Add chocolate; mix well to combine. Pour batter into prepared dish. Bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool completely before cutting into bars.
Easy Chocolate Cheesecake Bars Recipe
The rich flavors of chocolate paired with the decadent consistency of creamy cheesecake has got to be one of the most heavenly combinations to ever exist. Every bite of these bars is thick, creamy, and oh-so chocolatey! On top of being one of the most deliciously satisfying desserts around, you’ll also love how easy these bars are to make. They come together in just about an hour and the steps are easy to follow – not even a water bath is required for these cheesecake treats. Trademark Note: In the spirit of transparency, I want to note that some of these ingredients are trademarked products. Oreo is a proprietary brand that I want to acknowledge and give credit to.
How to Make Chocolate Cheesecake Bars
Preheat your oven and prepare a baking pan. Combine the crushed Oreos and butter, then transfer the crust to the pan. Bake the crust. Let the crust cool. Combine the heavy cream and chocolate. Cream the cream cheese and sugar into the chocolate mixture. Combine the sour cream, vanilla, cocoa, and the chocolate mixture. Add the eggs. Pour the mixture onto the crust. Bake. Remove from the pan and cool. Transfer to the fridge to chill. Slice, and enjoy!
Topped with flaky sea salt or enjoyed all on its own – there’s no bad way to eat a chocolate cheesecake bar! Between the buttery Oreo crust and the creamy chocolate cheesecake itself, this recipe is a chocolate lover’s dream come true.
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Next time you get that insatiable chocolate craving that just won’t go away, I think you already know what recipe to turn to! If you make this recipe be sure to leave us a comment or rating. Enjoy!
