Description
Indulge in these rich and creamy Chocolate Chip Bacon Cheesecake Bars that combine the sweetness of chocolate with the savory crunch of bacon. Perfect for parties or a unique dessert!
Ingredients
– 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
– 1/4 cup sugar
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
– 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup sugar
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup chocolate chips
– 1/2 cup cooked bacon, chopped
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1.
2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
3. In a medium bowl, mix together graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter until combined.
4. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased 9×9 inch baking pan.
5. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and 1 cup sugar until smooth.
6. Add in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
7. Stir in the vanilla extract, salt, chocolate chips, and chopped bacon, mixing until evenly distributed.
8. Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust in the baking pan.
9. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
10. Let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing into bars.
11.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of smoked paprika to the batter.
These bars can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Serve with a drizzle of chocolate sauce or caramel for an extra treat!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: cheesecake, chocolate chip, bacon, dessert