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Cookie Dough Cheesecake Bars

Delicious and creamy cheesecake bars with a cookie dough base, a perfect treat for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 9 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough Base
  • 1 cup cookie dough store-bought or homemade
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 1 package cream cheese (8 oz) softened
  • 1/2 cup sugar for sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract preferably pure vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup sour cream adds creaminess
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour for structure
  • 1/4 cup chocolate chips optional but recommended

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease an 8x8 inch baking pan.
  3. Spread the cookie dough evenly in the bottom of the pan.
Make the Cheesecake Filling
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
  2. Add in vanilla and egg, mixing until fully incorporated.
  3. Stir in sour cream and flour until no flour streaks remain.
  4. Fold in chocolate chips if desired.
Bake
  1. Pour the cheesecake mixture over the cookie dough layer.
  2. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the center is set.
  3. Allow to cool, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing into bars.

Notes

Use a long knife for cutting. These bars pair beautifully with vanilla ice cream or fresh berries.