Indulge in the delightful blend of creamy cheesecake and rich chocolate with these chocolate chip cheesecake bars. This recipe transforms the classic cheesecake into a convenient, easy-to-serve dessert that's perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale:
1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
16 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
Press the crust mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x9-inch baking pan. Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes or until lightly golden.
In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until creamy and smooth. Gradually add the sugar, mixing well after each addition.
Beat in the eggs, one at a time, mixing until just combined. Add the vanilla extract and mix until smooth.
Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips into the cheesecake mixture until evenly distributed.
Pour the cheesecake filling over the pre-baked crust, spreading it evenly.
Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle.
Remove the cheesecake bars from the oven and allow them to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes. Then, refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Once chilled, slice the dessert into squares and serve.
