No Bake Cookie Dough Cheesecake Bars
These No Bake Cookie Dough Cheesecake Bars combine the rich flavors of cookie dough and smooth cheesecake for a delightful dessert that requires no baking. Perfect for parties or a sweet treat at home!
Equipment
- 1 9x9 inch square baking pan
- multiple mixing bowls
- 1 electric mixer or whisk
- 1 spatula
- 1 plastic wrap
- 1 refrigerator
Ingredients
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter Melted for the crust.
- 16 oz cream cheese Softened for the cheesecake layer.
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Used in both cheesecake and cookie dough layers.
- 1 cup whipped topping Such as Cool Whip.
- ½ cup unsalted butter Softened for the cookie dough layer.
- ½ cup brown sugar Packed for the cookie dough layer.
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Used in cookie dough layer.
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Heat-treated for safety.
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x9 inch baking pan to form an even layer.
- In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the granulated sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in the whipped topping until fully combined. Spread this mixture over the graham cracker crust evenly.
- In another bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy. Gradually mix in the heat-treated flour and salt until combined. Fold in the mini chocolate chips.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough mixture over the cheesecake layer, spreading it out as best as possible with a spatula. Aim for an even layer, but it's okay if some cheesecake is visible.
- Cover the pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm.
- Once chilled and set, cut into 12 bars. Serve cold and enjoy!
Notes
For a firmer texture, let the dessert chill longer. Make sure to heat-treat the flour by microwaving it for 1 minute and letting it cool before using, to make it safe for eating raw. You can also top the bars with additional mini chocolate chips or whipped cream for extra flair.