Chocolate Chip Cream Cheese Bars
Cream cheese bars originated in the United States and have become a popular dessert option for many occasions.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 100 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.
Chocolate Chip Cream Cheese Bars
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until well combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased 9x9-inch baking dish.
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In another bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Add egg and vanilla extract, and mix well.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the cream cheese mixture, stirring until just combined.
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Fold in chocolate chips and chopped nuts (if using).
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Spread the batter evenly over the graham cracker crust in the baking dish.
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Bake for 25 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
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Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
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Transfer to a wire rack and let it cool completely.
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Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before cutting into bars.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 315kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 18g28%
- Total Carbohydrate 35g12%
- Sugars 26g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
