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No Bake Cookie Dough Cheesecake Bars

These No Bake Cookie Dough Cheesecake Bars are a delightful dessert that combines the rich flavors of cookie dough and creamy cheesecake without the need for an oven. They are perfect for get-togethers or a sweet treat at home.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 9x9-inch square baking dish
  • multiple mixing bowls
  • 1 electric mixer or whisk
  • 1 rubber spatula
  • 1 measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 parchment paper (optional)

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Melted for the crust.
  • 8 oz cream cheese Softened for the cheesecake layer.
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Used for both the cheesecake and cookie dough layers.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Softened for the cookie dough layer.
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar Packed for the cookie dough layer.
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Heat-treated before using in the cookie dough layer.
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips Added to the cookie dough layer.
  • Pinch of salt salt For the cookie dough layer.
  • Optional additional chocolate chips For topping if desired.

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Baking Dish by lining it with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal, or lightly greasing it.
  • Make the crust by combining graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter in a mixing bowl until well coated. Press this mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  • Prepare the cheesecake layer by beating softened cream cheese until creamy, then mixing in powdered sugar, sour cream, and vanilla extract until smooth. Spread the cheesecake mixture evenly over the crust.
  • Make the cookie dough layer by beating softened butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, then mixing in vanilla extract. Gradually add the heat-treated flour and a pinch of salt, mixing until combined. Stir in chocolate chips.
  • Assemble the bars by crumbling the cookie dough mixture over the cheesecake layer and gently pressing it down with your hands or a spatula.
  • Chill the bars by covering the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerating for at least 2 hours until firm.
  • Serve by lifting the bars out using the parchment paper overhang, cutting into 9 squares, and optionally sprinkling additional chocolate chips on top.

Notes

Make sure to heat-treat the flour to kill any potential bacteria before using it in the cookie dough layer. This can be done by spreading it on a baking sheet and baking it at 350°F (175°C) for about 5-7 minutes.
These bars can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Feel free to customize with different types of chocolate chips or nuts as desired.