Cheesecake Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars Recipe

Name: Cheesecake Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup unsalted butter; 1/2 cup butter flavor shortening; 1 cup brown sugar; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon cider vinegar; 1 large egg; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips; Cream Cheese Filling; 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, at room temp; 1/2 cup sugar; 1 egg; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Servings: persons

1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup butter flavor shortening
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Cream Cheese Filling
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, at room temp
1/2 cup sugar
1 egg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, shortening, sugars, vanilla, salt and vinegar. Beat in the egg, then the baking soda and flour. Stir in the chocolate chips. Divide the dough into two equal portions and set aside.
2
In a medium mixing bowl cream the cream cheese with the sugar until thoroughly combined. Beat in the egg and vanilla.
3
In a 9x13 pan, spread 1/2 of the cookie dough mixture evenly across the bottom. (This is somewhat tricky to do. I find it easier to add dollops of cookie dough throughout the pan and then spread all the dollops together. Spread the cream cheese mixture on the top of the cookie dough. With the remaining cookie dough, flatten chunks of dough between your hands into discs, and then place on top of the cream cheese mixture. (The dough discs don't have to touch, just place them near each other so they cover the surface as well as possible.).
4
Bake at 350 for 35-45 minutes, or until the top is brown and cooked through. Cool completely and store in the refrigerator.

1659

kcal

Calories

Fat

203

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, 1/2 cup butter flavor shortening, 1 cup brown sugar, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and more.

Yes, Cheesecake Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Cheesecake Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

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