Description
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with these Decadent Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Bar Bites! Perfect for parties, potlucks, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, these bite-sized treats combine the rich creaminess of cheesecake with the irresistible crunch of chocolate chips. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a beginner, this recipe is easy to follow and guaranteed to impress.
Ingredients
- For the crust: 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs, ⅓ cup melted butter, 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- For the cheesecake filling: 16 oz cream cheese (softened), ½ cup granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, 1 tsp vanilla extract, ½ cup mini chocolate chips
- Optional toppings: Chocolate drizzle, fresh berries, whipped cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar for crust.
- Press crust mixture into an 8×8-inch baking pan lined with parchment paper. Bake for 10 minutes.
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract, blending until creamy.
- Fold in mini chocolate chips, reserving some for topping. Pour filling over crust.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until edges are set but center is slightly jiggly. Cool completely before refrigerating for 2 hours.
- Cut into squares and serve with optional toppings like chocolate drizzle or fresh berries.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- For longer storage, freeze the bars (without toppings) for up to 2 months.
- Use room temperature cream cheese for a smooth filling texture.
- Mini chocolate chips distribute more evenly than regular ones.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar bite
- Calories: 220 Kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: chocolate chip cheesecake bars, easy cheesecake bites, mini cheesecake dessert, party dessert recipe, creamy cheesecake squares