Description
Indulge in the decadence of No Bake Chocolate Cheesecake Bars, a dessert that effortlessly combines a rich chocolate flavor with a creamy cheesecake filling, all atop a crunchy graham cracker crust. This hassle-free recipe requires no baking, making it perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a celebration or an everyday treat. With just a few simple steps, you can create these delightful bars that are sure to impress family and friends. Top them with glossy chocolate ganache and serve chilled for a truly irresistible experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Make the crust by combining graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl. Press firmly into a 9-inch square baking dish.
- In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add vanilla and powdered sugar; mix until combined.
- Melt chocolate chips with ½ cup of heavy cream in a saucepan over low heat, stirring until smooth.
- Fold the melted chocolate into the cream cheese mixture until fully blended.
- Pour the filling over the crust and smooth the top with a spatula. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours until set.
- For the ganache, heat remaining heavy cream until simmering, then stir in remaining chocolate chips until melted and smooth. Let cool slightly before pouring over chilled cheesecake.
- Chill again for an hour before cutting into squares and serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg