Choco-Cherry Cheesecake Bars Recipe

Name: Choco-Cherry Cheesecake Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (18 ounce) roll refrigerated sugar cookie dough; 1 egg, separated; 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened; 2 eggs; 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk (not evaporated); ¼ teaspoon almond extract; 3 drops red food coloring; 1 (10 ounce) jar maraschino cherries, finely chopped, drained on paper towels; 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips; ½ cup butter or ½ cup margarine; ½ cup whipping cream (heavy)

Servings: persons

1 (18 ounce) roll refrigerated sugar cookie dough
1 egg, separated
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 eggs
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk (not evaporated)
¼ teaspoon almond extract
3 drops red food coloring
1 (10 ounce) jar maraschino cherries, finely chopped, drained on paper towels
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
½ cup butter or ½ cup margarine
½ cup whipping cream (heavy)

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["Heat oven to 350F.", "Break up cookie dough into ungreased 15""x10"" pan with sides.", "With floured fingers, press dough evenly in bottom of pan to form crust.", "Bake 10-15 minutes or until light golden brown.", "Meanwhile, in small bowl, beat 1 egg white until frothy.", "Remove partially baked crust from the oven.", "Brush egg white over crust.", "Return to oven; bake 3 minutes longer or until egg white is set.", "Meanwhile, in large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.", "Add egg yolk, 2 eggs, the condensed milk, almond extract and food color; beat until well blended.", "Stir in chopped cherries.", "Remove partially baked crust from oven.", "Pour cherry mixture evenly over crust.", "Return to oven; bake 16-20 minutes longer or until set.", "Cool completely, about 45 minutes.", "Meanwhile, in medium saucepan, heat chocolate chips and margarine over low heat, stirring frequently, until melted and smooth.", "Remove from heat.", "Cool 20 minutes.", "Stir whipping cream into chocolate mixture until well blended.", "Spread over cooled bars.", "Refrigerate for about 30 minutes or until chocolate is set.", "For bars, cut into 8 rows by 6 rows.", "Store in refrigerator."]

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* 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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (18 ounce) roll refrigerated sugar cookie dough, 1 egg, separated, 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened, 2 eggs, and more.

Yes, Choco-Cherry Cheesecake 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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Choco-Cherry Cheesecake Bars

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