Brownie Cheesecake Bars
Brownie Cheesecake Bars are the ultimate dessert for chocolate lovers. These decadent bars feature a rich fudgy brownie base layered with a creamy cheesecake filling, creating an irresistible combination of textures and flavors. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or just a sweet treat, this recipe is sure to impress your family and friends. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you can whip up these delightful bars to satisfy any sweet craving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup butter (melted)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix melted butter and sugar until smooth. Gradually add cocoa powder, flour, and eggs until combined; pour into the prepared dish.
- Beat cream cheese until fluffy. Add sugar and sour cream; mix well. Incorporate eggs one at a time until smooth.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the brownie base evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until set but slightly jiggly in the center; cool on a wire rack.
- Refrigerate for at least two hours before slicing into bars and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg