Description
Deliciously creamy Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Bars featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, a smooth and tangy cream cheese filling, and studded with semi-sweet chocolate chips. These bars are perfect for dessert, combining rich flavors with an easy-to-make, no-fuss baking process.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup granulated sugar
Filling
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) to prepare for baking the cheesecake bars.
- Prepare Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted unsalted butter, and ½ cup granulated sugar. Mix thoroughly then press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a greased baking dish to form the crust.
- Make Filling: Using a mixer, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add the sour cream, remaining ½ cup granulated sugar, and vanilla extract, then mix until fully incorporated and creamy.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the semi-sweet chocolate chips into the cream cheese mixture to distribute evenly without breaking them down.
- Assemble and Bake: Pour the filling over the prepared crust in the baking dish, spreading it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is slightly jiggly but set around the edges.
- Cool and Chill: Remove from the oven and allow the cheesecake bars to cool to room temperature. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours, allowing them to fully set before slicing into bars.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for smooth mixing and a creamy texture.
- Do not overbake; the center should remain slightly jiggly to maintain a creamy cheesecake texture.
- Refrigerate fully before slicing to achieve clean edges and ease of serving.
- You can substitute semi-sweet chocolate chips with dark or milk chocolate chips based on preference.
- Use a greased or parchment-lined baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
