Description

Indulge in these decadent Chocolate Cheesecake Bars with a rich, creamy filling and a crunchy Oreo cookie crust. Perfect for gatherings, potlucks, or as a sweet treat for yourself, these bars are simple to make and sure to impress. A delightful balance of chocolate and cream cheese makes this dessert irresistible.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Oreo Crust:

36 Oreo cookies (crushed into fine crumbs)
½ cup unsalted butter (melted)

For the Chocolate Cheesecake Filling:

10 oz dark chocolate (chopped, preferably 50-70% cocoa)
24 oz full-fat cream cheese (softened to room temperature)
1¼ cups granulated sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
¾ cup sour cream (room temperature)
4 large eggs (room temperature)

For the Optional Chocolate Ganache:

8 oz dark chocolate (chopped, about 50% or semi-sweet)
⅔ cup heavy cream (or whipping cream)

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Instructions

Prepare the Crust:
Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Crush the Oreos into fine crumbs. Combine with melted butter and press into a 9×13 inch baking pan. Bake for 8 minutes.
Make the Chocolate Cheesecake Filling:
Melt the dark chocolate. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, and cornstarch. Add sour cream and melted chocolate, then mix in eggs one at a time. Pour over the cooled Oreo crust.
Bake the Cheesecake Bars:
Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 30-35 minutes. Cool in the oven for 10 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Prepare the Ganache (Optional):
Heat the heavy cream and pour over chopped chocolate. Stir until smooth. Pour ganache over the chilled cheesecake bars.
Serve:
Cut into bars and serve with whipped cream or berries.

Notes

Use high-quality chocolate for best results.
Chill the cheesecake bars for at least 4 hours to set.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 350
Sugar: 25g
Sodium: 90mg
Fat: 23g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 85mg