Chocolate Cream Cheese Bars Recipe

These Chocolate Cream Cheese Bars are a delightful dessert that combines rich chocolate with a creamy, tangy filling. Perfect for parties or a sweet treat at home, this recipe is sure to satisfy your chocolate cravings.

The recipe is simple and uses common ingredients, making it accessible for bakers of all skill levels. Enjoy these delicious bars as a perfect ending to any meal or as a snack throughout the day.

Decadent Chocolate Cream Cheese Bars

These bars feature a chocolate cookie crust topped with a smooth cream cheese layer and finished with a rich chocolate ganache. The recipe takes about 50 minutes from start to finish and serves 12 people.

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/2 cup chocolate chips
1/2 cup heavy cream

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking pan.
Make the Crust: In a bowl, mix together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
Prepare the Cream Cheese Layer: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chocolate crust.
Make the Ganache: In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until just simmering. Remove from heat and stir in the chocolate chips until melted and smooth. Pour the ganache over the cream cheese layer, spreading it evenly.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are set. Allow to cool completely in the pan before cutting into bars.
Serve: Cut into squares and serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy your Chocolate Cream Cheese Bars!