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Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Cheesecake Bars Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Cheesecake Bars combine rich peanut butter cookie dough with a creamy cheesecake layer, topped with a crumbled cookie dough marbled finish. Perfectly balanced with the sweetness of chocolate chips and the tanginess of cream cheese, these bars are a delightful treat that can satisfy any dessert craving. They’re easy to make and perfect for sharing with friends and family.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil or butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar or coconut sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (or oat flour for gluten-free)
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips

Cheesecake Layer

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 1/4 cup sugar (or granulated sweetener of choice)
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring to leave some overhang on the sides for easy removal of the bars later.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients for Cookie Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, melted coconut oil or butter, brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Stir the mixture thoroughly until it becomes smooth and well blended.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients and Chocolate Chips: Add the flour, baking soda, and salt to the peanut butter mixture. Mix well until a cookie dough forms. Fold in the mini chocolate chips gently to distribute them evenly throughout the dough.
  4. Form the Cookie Dough Base: Press half of the prepared cookie dough evenly into the bottom of the lined baking pan. Reserve the remaining dough for topping the cheesecake layer later.
  5. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: In a separate bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt or sour cream, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy with no lumps.
  6. Layer the Cheesecake Mixture: Spread the creamy cheesecake filling evenly over the pressed cookie dough base in the baking pan.
  7. Add the Cookie Dough Topping: Crumble the remaining cookie dough over the cheesecake layer. Leave some gaps so the topping appears marbled over the cheesecake.
  8. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center remains slightly jiggly to the touch.
  9. Cool and Chill: Remove the bars from the oven and allow them to cool completely at room temperature. After cooling, transfer the pan to the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours to set before slicing into bars.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with oat flour.
  • You can use either coconut oil or butter for the cookie dough, depending on your preference.
  • Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for a smooth cheesecake filling.
  • Chilling is crucial for clean slicing and proper texture.
  • If desired, mini peanut butter chips can be added in place of chocolate chips for a twist.

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