Description
These Sugar Cookie Cheesecake Bars combine the buttery richness of classic sugar cookies with the creamy smoothness of cheesecake for a delightful dessert that’s easy to make. With a soft sugar cookie crust and a luscious cream cheese filling, these bars are perfect for any occasion and guaranteed to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 package refrigerated sugar cookie dough (or 1 1/4 cups homemade dough)
Cheesecake Filling
- 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and allow it to reach the desired temperature before baking.
- Prepare the baking pan: Lightly grease a 9×9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the bars later.
- Form the crust: Press the sugar cookie dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to create a uniform crust layer.
- Bake the crust: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 10 minutes, or until the crust begins to turn a light golden brown.
- Make the cheesecake filling: While the crust bakes, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar in a large bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Mix in remaining ingredients: Add the egg, vanilla extract, flour, and salt to the cream cheese mixture, and mix until fully combined and smooth.
- Add the filling to the crust: Remove the crust from the oven and pour the cheesecake mixture evenly over it, spreading gently to cover the surface.
- Bake the cheesecake bars: Return the pan to the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set and the top is lightly golden.
- Cool and chill: Let the bars cool at room temperature for 10 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to fully set.
- Serve: Slice into bars and enjoy this creamy, sweet dessert.
Notes
- For best results, ensure the cream cheese is softened before mixing to avoid lumps.
- You can use homemade sugar cookie dough if preferred for a more personalized flavor.
- Chilling the bars thoroughly helps achieve clean slices and proper texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Optionally, garnish with fresh berries or a dusting of powdered sugar before serving.
