Decadent Fudge Marble Cheesecake Bars
Indulge in these Decadent Fudge Marble Cheesecake Bars, a delightful fusion of rich chocolate and creamy cheesecake perfectly swirled into a luscious dessert. Inspired by a beautiful image from a vintage cookbook, this recipe offers you the chance to create a stunning treat that will impress your family and friends. The base is a buttery fudge marble cake that is lovingly topped with a velvety blend of cream cheese, ricotta, and sour cream, marbled with luscious chocolate for a truly decadent experience. Perfect for gatherings or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth, these bars promise to be a crowd-pleaser. Come on, give it a try, and let the world know how it turns out!
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Servings
80
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Pudding-included fudge marble cake mix
1 package (Follow package instructions for removing marble pouch and measuring out ingredients.)
Vegetable oil
1/3 cup (Measure out and set aside.)
Eggs
3 large (Beat lightly before adding to mixture.)
Granulated sugar
1/2 cup (Measure out and set aside.)
Cream cheese
16 ounces (Soften at room temperature.)
Ricotta cheese or cottage cheese
1 cup (Use as preferred; either can be blended smoothly.)
Sour cream
1/2 cup (Measure out and set aside.)
Whipping cream
1/2 cup (Measure out and set aside.)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with non-stick spray or butter.
2
Open the cake mix package and remove the marble pouch and 1 cup of the cake mix; set aside.
3
In a mixing bowl, combine the remaining cake mix, oil, and 1 egg until a soft dough forms.
4
Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan and up the sides about 1.5 inches.
5
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until lightly set.
6
In a separate large mixing bowl, combine the reserved 1 cup of cake mix, 2 eggs, sugar, cream cheese, ricotta cheese, sour cream, and whipping cream.
7
Beat the mixture at medium speed for 3 minutes until smooth and creamy.
8
Set aside 1.5 cups of this cheese mixture and spread the remaining mixture over the pre-baked crust, smoothing it evenly.
9
In a small bowl, combine the reserved cheese mixture with the marble pouch from the cake mix, blending together well.
10
Dollop the chocolate mixture randomly over the cheesecake layer in the pan.
11
Using a knife, gently swirl through the cake batter in wide curves to achieve a marbled effect.
12
Return the pan to the oven and bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the center springs back when touched lightly. Be vigilant to avoid overbaking.
13
Once baked, immediately run a knife around the edge of the cake to prevent sticking.
14
Allow the cheesecake to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate until serving time.
15
When ready to serve, cut into 36 bars and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
4.4g
Fat
7.2g
Carbs
1.1g
Protein
2.8g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the preheat temperature for Decadent Fudge Marble Cheesecake Bars?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
What size baking pan is required for this recipe?
You should use a 9x13-inch baking pan.
How many bars does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 36 decadent bars.
What type of cake mix is needed?
A pudding-included fudge marble cake mix is required.
How many eggs are used in total for this recipe?
A total of 3 large eggs are used: one for the crust and two for the cheesecake filling.
Can I substitute the ricotta cheese?
Yes, you can use cottage cheese as a substitute for ricotta cheese if preferred.
How do I prepare the crust?
Combine the cake mix (minus the marble pouch and 1 cup reserved mix), vegetable oil, and 1 egg until a soft dough forms, then press into the pan.
How long should the crust bake before adding the topping?
The crust should be pre-baked for 10 minutes or until it is lightly set.
What are the main ingredients in the cheesecake filling?
The filling consists of the reserved cake mix, eggs, sugar, cream cheese, ricotta (or cottage) cheese, sour cream, and whipping cream.
How long should I beat the cheesecake mixture?
Beat the mixture at medium speed for 3 minutes until it is smooth and creamy.
How do I create the marble effect?
Dollop a mixture of the reserved cheese filling and the marble pouch over the plain cheesecake layer, then swirl with a knife in wide curves.
How much of the cheesecake mixture is reserved for the chocolate marble layer?
You should set aside 1.5 cups of the white cheese mixture to blend with the marble pouch.
What is the final baking time for the assembled bars?
Bake for 30-40 minutes or until the center springs back when touched lightly.
What should I do immediately after taking the pan out of the oven?
Immediately run a knife around the edge of the cake to prevent the bars from sticking to the pan.
How should these cheesecake bars be stored?
Allow them to cool at room temperature, then refrigerate until serving time.
What is the calorie count per bar?
Each bar contains approximately 80 calories.
How much fat is in one serving?
There are 4.4 grams of fat per serving.
What is the carbohydrate content per bar?
Each serving contains 7.2 grams of carbohydrates.
How much protein is in each cheesecake bar?
There is 1.1 gram of protein per bar.
How much sugar is in one serving?
Each bar contains 2.8 grams of sugar.
Do I need to soften the cream cheese before use?
Yes, the recipe specifies to soften 16 ounces of cream cheese at room temperature.
Should I use the whole cake mix for the crust?
No, you must remove the marble pouch and 1 cup of the cake mix to be used later in the filling.
What is the inspiration behind this recipe?
This recipe was inspired by a beautiful image from a vintage cookbook.
How high up the sides of the pan should the crust go?
Press the dough up the sides of the baking pan about 1.5 inches.
What should I use to grease the pan?
You can use non-stick spray or butter to grease the pan.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 8 main ingredients listed for this recipe.
Is there fiber in these bars?
According to the nutritional data, there is no fiber in these bars.
What speed should I use for the mixer when making the filling?
The recipe recommends using medium speed.
Can I use heavy whipping cream?
Yes, 1/2 cup of whipping cream is required for the filling.
Are these bars suitable for a crowd?
Yes, with 36 servings, these bars are described as a crowd-pleaser for gatherings.