Chocolate Chip Bars (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Crust
01 -
1/4 cup butter, melted
02 -
1 1/2 cups crushed chocolate cookies
→ Cheesecake Layer
03 -
1/2 cup granulated sugar
04 -
16 oz cream cheese, softened at room temperature
05 -
1 cup mini chocolate chips, split in half
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1 teaspoon vanilla flavoring
→ Chocolate Ganache Topping
07 -
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
08 -
1 cup heavy whipping cream
# Instructions:
01 -
Blend melted butter and cookie crumbs in a mixing bowl until it looks like wet sand. Press the mixture tightly into an 8-inch square pan with parchment for easy lifting later. Pop it into the fridge while you get the filling ready.
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Mix sugar, softened cream cheese, and vanilla in a large bowl until it's silky smooth. Gently stir in 3/4 cup of mini chocolate chips to add a fun crunch.
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Spread the cheesecake layer evenly over the crust you just chilled. Smooth it out gently with a spatula and return it to the fridge for 3-4 hours until set solid.
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Simmer some heavy cream on the stove until small bubbles appear. Take it off the heat and toss in chocolate chips, stirring until it's rich and glossy.
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Carefully pour the silky ganache over the cheesecake. Spread it out evenly and sprinkle the rest of the mini chocolate chips over the top. Let it chill another 1-2 hours until the ganache firms up.
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Use the parchment paper to lift the whole thing from the pan. Grab a clean, sharp knife to slice into bars, wiping the blade between cuts to keep the edges tidy. Serve them cold for the best experience.
# Notes:
01 -
Bring cream cheese to room temperature so it's easy to mix and stays smooth.
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Chill each layer completely so the bars slice neatly and hold together well.
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Use top-notch chocolate for a better overall flavor.