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Chocolate Cheesecake Bars Recipe

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These decadent Chocolate Cheesecake Bars feature a rich Oreo crust topped with a creamy chocolate cheesecake filling and a smooth semi-sweet chocolate ganache. Perfectly baked until just set with a slight jiggle in the center, they are chilled overnight to develop deep flavor and a luscious texture, making them an indulgent dessert for chocolate lovers.

Ingredients

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Oreo Crust

  • 2 cups Oreo crumbs (about 2 rows of Oreos in a regular pack)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Chocolate Cheesecake Filling

  • 24 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1 cup white granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (Dutch process)
  • 8 ounces chocolate bar (melted, Lindt 70% recommended)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature

Chocolate Ganache

  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Oreo Crust: Preheat the oven to 325℉. Spray a 9×9-inch square pan with nonstick baking spray and line the bottom and two sides with parchment paper, then spray the parchment as well.
  2. Make Oreo Crumbs: Using a food processor, blend the Oreos until fine crumbs form. Transfer the crumbs to a small bowl and mix with melted butter until combined.
  3. Press the Crust: Pour the Oreo crumb mixture into the prepared pan and press firmly only on the bottom to form an even crust layer using the bottom of a measuring cup.
  4. Bake the Crust: Bake the crust for 12 minutes then remove from the oven and set aside to prepare the cheesecake batter.
  5. Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the chocolate bar in 30-second intervals stirring between, then in 20-second and finally 15-second bursts until fully melted and smooth.
  6. Beat Cream Cheese Mixture: Using a mixer, beat cream cheese, sugar, and cocoa powder on high speed for 2 minutes until smooth, scraping down the bowl as needed.
  7. Combine Wet Ingredients: Mix in the melted chocolate, heavy cream, and vanilla extract on medium speed until smooth and fully incorporated.
  8. Add Eggs: Add eggs one at a time or all at once and mix on low speed just until combined; do not overmix.
  9. Bake Cheesecake Filling: Pour the chocolate batter over the baked crust and bake for 40 to 50 minutes, until the edges are set but the center still has a slight jiggle.
  10. Cool Gradually: Turn off the oven, crack open the door and let the cheesecake cool inside for 20 minutes to prevent cracking, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely at room temperature.
  11. Chill: Cover the pan with foil and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to set fully.
  12. Make Ganache: Place chocolate chips in a small bowl. Heat heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium-low heat until steaming but not boiling.
  13. Combine Ganache: Pour hot cream over chocolate chips and let sit for 2 minutes before stirring gently until smooth and glossy.
  14. Decorate Bars: Remove cheesecake from pan by lifting parchment. Pour ganache evenly across the top and spread with an offset spatula.
  15. Set Ganache and Serve: For immediate serving, place bars in freezer for 10 minutes to set ganache before cutting. Otherwise, store in refrigerator until ready to serve.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for a smooth cheesecake batter.
  • Press the Oreo crust firmly to prevent it from crumbling when served.
  • Do not overbake cheesecake; a slight jiggle in the center is ideal for creamy texture.
  • Slow cooling inside the turned-off oven helps prevent cracks on the cheesecake surface.
  • Chilling overnight improves texture and flavor.
  • Ganache can be made ahead and stored covered at room temperature for up to one day.
  • Use high-quality chocolate for deeper flavor.
  • Cut bars with a warm, dry knife for cleaner slices.

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