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Cheesecake Brownie Bars

JE
Jennifer

Cuisine: American
Categories: Desserts & Treats

Cheesecake Brownie Bars are the ultimate indulgent treat, combining two classic desserts into one irresistible bite. These bars feature a rich, fudgy brownie base layered with a creamy, tangy cheesecake topping, creating a perfect harmony of chocolate and cream. The brownie layer provides a dense, chocolatey foundation, while the cheesecake adds a smooth and velvety contrast. Swirls of the two layers create a marbled effect, making these bars as visually appealing as they are delicious. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or simply satisfying a sweet craving, Cheesecake Brownie Bars are a decadent dessert that will delight any crowd.

Cheesecake Brownie Bars
cheesecake
brownies

Difficulty: EASY

Prep Time: 25 minutes

Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes

Serving Size: 32 bars

For The Cheesecake

Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 3 8 - ounce packages 1/3-less-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 3 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup sour cream
  • 2/3 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions:

  1. In large bowl, whisk cornstarch and sugar until blended.
  2. Add cream cheese, and beat until smooth. Beat in eggs, sour cream and milk.
  3. Stir in vanilla; set aside

For The Brownie

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
  • 5 1 - ounce squares unsweetened chocolate
  • 1 3/4 cups sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 12 - ounce bag bittersweet chocolate chips

Directions:

  1. In large microwave-safe bowl, combine butter and chocolate. Microwave for 1 minute, 30 seconds.
  2. Stir. If necessary, continue heating in 30-second increments, stirring after each, until chocolate is melted.
  3. Whisk in sugar, then eggs. Whisk in flour, baking powder and salt until smooth.
  4. Stir in vanilla and chocolate chips. Spread evenly into prepared pan. Pour cream cheese mixture over brownie mixture. Spread gently until smooth.
  5. Bake at 350 degrees F for 1 hour and 5 minutes or until center is set. Cool on wire rack to room temperature, about 2 hours. Transfer to refrigerator and continue to cool 2 hours.

For The Topping

Ingredients:

  • 3 tablespoons strawberry jelly
  • 1 12 - ounce package strawberries, hulled and chopped
  • 1/4 cup hot fudge sauce, heated
  • 1 8 - ounce container frozen whipped topping, thawed
  • Chopped hazelnuts, for garnish (optional)

Directions:

  1. Heat jelly in microwave-safe bowl for 15 seconds. Stir in berries. Heat fudge sauce in a glass cup in microwave for 25 seconds, until drizzling consistency.
  2. Cut cheesecake brownie into 32 squares. Dollop each square with about 1 tablespoon whipped topping, then some of the strawberries and fudge topping. Sprinkle with nuts, if desired.