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Cheesecake Filled Chocolate Chip Bars

Indulge in these Cheesecake Filled Chocolate Chip Bars! A luscious cheesecake layer nestled between rich chocolate chip cookie goodness.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup butter (at room temperature)
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 1/4 cups flour
  • 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
  • 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Spatula
  • Parchment paper
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Step 2: Line your 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  3. Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and white sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  4. Step 4: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Step 5: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Step 6: Gently fold in the semisweet chocolate chips.
  7. Step 7: In a separate bowl, beat together the cream cheese, sugar, and egg until smooth and creamy for the cheesecake filling.
  8. Step 8: Spread half of the cookie dough in the prepared pan, pour the cheesecake mixture over it, then dollop the remaining cookie dough on top.
  9. Step 9: Bake for 30-35 minutes, until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  10. Step 10: Let cool for 10-15 minutes, then lift out using parchment paper and cool completely before slicing.

Notes

  • Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • For longer storage, refrigerate for up to a week.
  • Freeze wrapped bars for up to 3 months for a longer treat.