Decadent Chocolate Chip Cream Cheese Bars
Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of these Decadent Chocolate Chip Cream Cheese Bars. A perfect fusion of chewy cookie goodness and velvety cream cheesecake, this recipe transforms a simple cookie mix into a show-stopping dessert. With layers of oatmeal chocolate chip cookie crust and a luscious cream cheese filling, these bars are ideal for gatherings, parties, or simply as a comforting treat at home. Easy to prepare and delightful to eat, they’ll have everyone asking for seconds!
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Servings
67
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
Cold butter
1/2 cup (Cut into small pieces)
Betty Crocker oatmeal chocolate chip cookie mix
1 (17 1/2 ounce) package (Ready to use)
Egg
1 (Beaten)
Cream cheese
2 (8 ounce) packages (Softened)
Sugar
1 cup (Granulated)
Eggs
2 (Beaten)
Vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (Pure or imitation)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Grease the bottom of a 13x9-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
3
In a large mixing bowl, combine cold butter with the Betty Crocker oatmeal chocolate chip cookie mix. Use a fork or pastry blender to cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4
Add 1 egg to the crumb mixture and mix well until it becomes crumbly but holds together.
5
Press about 3 cups of the crumb mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to create a crust.
6
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until lightly golden.
7
While the crust is baking, prepare the cream cheese filling: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, sugar, 2 eggs, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and well combined.
8
Once the crust is baked, remove it from the oven and pour the cream cheese filling over the warm crust, spreading it evenly.
9
Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture over the cream cheese layer, covering it gently.
10
Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 25 to 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is set and firm to the touch.
11
Once baked, allow the bars to cool for 30 minutes at room temperature.
12
Transfer the bars to the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours before slicing.
13
When ready to serve, cut the chilled dessert into 36 bars, arranged in 9 rows by 4 rows.
14
Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.
Nutrition Information
3.3g
Fat
7.8g
Carbs
0.8g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Chocolate Chip Cream Cheese Bars?
They are a rich and creamy dessert that combines a chewy oatmeal chocolate chip cookie crust with a velvety cheesecake layer.
What type of cookie mix is required for this recipe?
This recipe uses one 17.5-ounce package of Betty Crocker oatmeal chocolate chip cookie mix.
How many eggs are needed in total for these bars?
You will need a total of 3 eggs: 1 for the cookie crumb crust and 2 for the cream cheese filling.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
What size baking pan should I use?
A 13x9-inch baking pan is required for this recipe.
How should I prepare the baking pan?
Grease the bottom of the pan with cooking spray to prevent the bars from sticking.
Should the butter be cold or softened for the crust?
The butter should be cold and cut into small pieces to properly create the crumbly crust texture.
How do I combine the butter and cookie mix?
Use a fork or pastry blender to cut the cold butter into the mix until it resembles coarse crumbs.
How much of the crumb mixture is used for the bottom layer?
Press approximately 3 cups of the crumb mixture into the bottom of the pan to create the crust.
How long does the crust bake before adding the filling?
Bake the crust alone for 15 minutes or until it is lightly golden.
What ingredients are in the cream cheese filling?
The filling is made from two 8-ounce packages of softened cream cheese, 1 cup of sugar, 2 eggs, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
How should the cream cheese filling be mixed?
Beat the filling ingredients with an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is smooth.
When should I pour the filling over the crust?
Pour the filling over the warm crust immediately after it is removed from the oven from its first bake.
What do I do with the remaining cookie crumb mixture?
Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture evenly over the top of the cream cheese filling.
What is the final baking time for the bars?
Bake the bars for an additional 25 to 30 minutes after adding the filling and top crumbs.
How do I know when the bars are finished baking?
The top should be golden brown and the cream cheese filling should be set and firm to the touch.
How long should the bars cool at room temperature?
Allow the bars to cool for 30 minutes at room temperature before refrigerating.
Is it necessary to chill the bars before serving?
Yes, they should be chilled in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to ensure they are firm enough to slice.
How many bars does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 36 individual dessert bars.
What is the recommended slicing pattern?
Cut the dessert into 9 rows by 4 rows to achieve 36 bars.
How should I store leftover cream cheese bars?
Store any leftovers in a covered container in the refrigerator.
What is the calorie count for one bar?
Each bar contains approximately 67 calories.
How much fat is in each serving?
There is 3.3g of fat per bar.
What is the carbohydrate content per bar?
Each bar contains 7.8g of carbohydrates.
How much protein is in one bar?
Each serving provides 0.8g of protein.
Can I use imitation vanilla extract?
Yes, the recipe allows for either pure or imitation vanilla extract.
Does the cream cheese need to be softened?
Yes, softening the cream cheese is essential for achieving a smooth, lump-free filling.
Is this recipe suitable for parties?
Yes, these bars are described as an ideal treat for gatherings and parties due to their high yield and decadent taste.
What tools are needed to mix the crust?
A large mixing bowl and a fork or pastry blender are needed to prepare the crust mixture.
Can these bars be left out at room temperature?
Because they contain cream cheese, it is best to keep them refrigerated until serving and store any leftovers in the fridge.