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Sugar Cookie Cheesecake Bars Recipe

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Delight in these Sugar Cookie Cheesecake Bars, a perfect fusion of classic sugar cookie crust and creamy cheesecake topping, sprinkled with colorful sprinkles for a festive finish. These bars offer a sweet and creamy dessert that’s easy to bake and sure to impress.

Ingredients

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Crust

  • Cooking spray
  • 1 (16.5-oz.) tube Pillsbury Ready To Bake Sugar Cookie Dough
  • 2 tbsp. sprinkles

Cheesecake Filling

  • 2 (8-oz.) pkg. cream cheese, slightly softened
  • 6 tbsp. sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp. kosher salt

Topping

  • Whipped cream, for serving
  • 3 tbsp. sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Oven and Pan: Arrange a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 375°F. In a 9″ x 9″ baking pan, place two perpendicular sheets of 12″ parchment paper overlapping with overhangs on all sides, then grease the parchment with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Form the Cookie Crust: Crumble the sugar cookie dough into small pieces and evenly spread them across the bottom of the prepared pan. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of sprinkles over the dough and gently press to adhere.
  3. Bake the Crust: Bake the crust in the preheated oven until lightly browned, about 20 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool for 20 minutes. Lower the oven temperature to 325°F for the cheesecake layer.
  4. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: In a food processor, pulse the cream cheese and sugar until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed, about one minute. With the motor running, add eggs one at a time, pulsing after each addition to blend. Then add vanilla extract and kosher salt, pulsing until fully combined. Scrape this filling evenly over the cooled cookie crust.
  5. Bake the Cheesecake Bars: Bake at 325°F for 35 to 40 minutes until the edges are set and the center slightly jiggles when moved. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely.
  6. Chill the Bars: Cover the pan and refrigerate the bars until completely cold and firm, at least 3 hours or up to 2 days for best texture and flavor.
  7. Serve: Using the parchment paper overhang, lift the bars from the pan and transfer to a cutting board. Top with whipped cream and the remaining 3 tablespoons of sprinkles. Cut into squares and serve chilled.

Notes

  • Make sure cream cheese is softened to room temperature for smooth blending without lumps.
  • Use parchment paper with overhangs to easily lift bars from the pan without damage.
  • Refrigerate bars thoroughly to ensure they set properly and slice cleanly.
  • Feel free to customize the sprinkles for different occasions or color themes.
  • For firmer bars, chill overnight before serving.

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