Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Bars
Creamy cheesecake layered over a buttery graham crust and studded with chocolate chips. Easy to make, perfect for parties or an everyday treat.
Ingredients
Crust
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs about 10 sheets
- 5 tbsp unsalted butter melted
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
Cheesecake layer
- 16 ounces cream cheese , softened
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp sour cream or Greek yogurt
Topping
- ¾ to 1 cup chocolate chips use minis or a mix of semi-sweet and milk
- flaky sea salt for finishing Optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment, leaving an overhang. Mix graham crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press firmly into pan and bake 8–10 minutes. Cool slightly.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low until combined. Stir in vanilla and sour cream. Fold in half the chocolate chips.
- Pour filling over cooled crust and smooth the top. Sprinkle remaining chips on top. Bake 20–25 minutes until edges are set and center slightly jiggly. Cool to room temperature, then chill at least 2 hours.
- Lift bars from pan using parchment overhang. Slice with a sharp knife, wiping blade between cuts. Sprinkle flaky sea salt, if using. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- For cleaner slices, chill bars overnight before cutting and wipe the knife between cuts.
- Swap the graham crust for crushed chocolate sandwich cookies for a richer base.
- Bars keep in the refrigerator up to 4 days; freeze up to 1 month.
Nutrition
Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 5gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 220mgSugar: 18g
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