Decidedly Decadent Chocolate Cheese Layered Bars

Name: Decidedly Decadent Chocolate Cheese Layered Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup butter, softened; 1 cup sugar; 2 eggs; 1 ounce squared unsweetened chocolate, melted; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 1 cup flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; ½ cup chopped pecans; 6 ounces cream cheese; ¼ cup butter, softened; ½ cup sugar; 1 egg; 2 tablespoons flour; ½ teaspoon vanilla; ¼ cup chopped pecans; 1 cup chocolate chips; 3 cups miniature marshmallows; ¼ cup butter; 2 ounces cream cheese, softened; 1 ounce unsweetened chocolate; 2 tablespoons milk; 3 cups powdered sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla

Servings: persons

½ cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 ounce squared unsweetened chocolate, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ cup chopped pecans
6 ounces cream cheese
¼ cup butter, softened
½ cup sugar
1 egg
2 tablespoons flour
½ teaspoon vanilla
¼ cup chopped pecans
1 cup chocolate chips
3 cups miniature marshmallows
¼ cup butter
2 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 ounce unsweetened chocolate
2 tablespoons milk
3 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla

1
Preheat oven to 350; set out a 13x9 pan.
2
BOTTOM LAYER: Cream butter & sugar; add eggs, chocolate & vanilla--beat until smooth.
3
In another bowl, combine flour and b. powder; stir into butter-sugar mixture, fold in nuts.
4
Pour into 13x9 pan; set aside.
5
CHEESE LAYER: In a mixing bowl, cream the cream cheese & butter; beat in the sugar, egg, flour & vanilla, mixing well.
6
Fold in pecans.
7
Spread this mixture over the bottom layer (gently!
8
); sprinkle with chocolate chips.
9
Pop into oven for 20-25 minutes (edges pull away from sides).
10
Sprinkle on the marshmallows, bake for 2 more minutes (puffy), then spread marshmallows (use a buttered spatula); cool on a wire rack.
11
TOPPING: In a saucepan, combine butter, cream cheese, chocolate and milk; cook over low heat until smooth; transfer to a mixing bowl.
12
Add powdered sugar and vanilla--beat until smooth; spread over COOLED bars.
13
Store in fridge.

1949

kcal

Calories

106

Fat

235

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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
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.
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 23 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ½ cup butter, softened, 1 cup sugar, 2 eggs, 1 ounce squared unsweetened chocolate, melted, and more.

Yes, Decidedly Decadent Chocolate Cheese Layered Bars falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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