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Brownie Cheesecake Bars

Decadent Brownie Cheesecake Bars You Can’t Resist

Indulge in these Brownie Cheesecake Bars, a perfect crowd-pleaser dessert that combines fudgy brownies and creamy cheesecake.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Brownie Base
  • 1 box Brownie Mix Feel free to substitute with a homemade brownie recipe.
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder.
Cheesecake Layer
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Ensure it’s softened to room temperature.
  • 1 large Egg Helps bind the cheesecake filling.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Enhances sweetness and flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust to taste preference.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt is a substitute.
Topping
  • 22 cookies Oreos Divided; can substitute with similar cookies.
  • 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips Semi-sweet or dark chocolate preferred.
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Heat just until it simmers.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • spatula
  • Small saucepan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare the brownie mix according to package instructions, pour into the baking pan, and bake for about 20 minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, egg, vanilla, sugar, and sour cream; beat until smooth.
  4. Pour the cheesecake mixture over the baked brownies and return to oven for 25-30 minutes.
  5. Let the bars cool at room temperature for 30 minutes before transferring to the refrigerator to chill for at least 1 hour.
  6. Heat cream in a saucepan until just simmering, then stir in chocolate chips until melted.
  7. Pour ganache over cheesecake layer and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  8. Slice into bars and serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 140mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimal flavor and texture, chill overnight and use a sharp knife for clean cuts when slicing.

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