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Cozy Hot Chocolate Cheesecake Bars

Cozy Hot Chocolate Cheesecake Bars

Indulge in these Cozy Hot Chocolate Cheesecake Bars, a delightful mix of creamy cheesecake and chocolate flavors.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 24 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Filling
  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/3 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips melted
Topping
  • 2 cups mini marshmallows

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press evenly into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 8 minutes. Let cool.
Filling
  1. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar, sour cream, cocoa powder, and vanilla. Mix until creamy.
  2. Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until incorporated. Fold in melted chocolate.
  3. Pour the cheesecake batter over the crust. Smooth the top. Bake for 35 minutes or until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
Cooling and Topping
  1. Let cool to room temperature, then chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  2. Once chilled, scatter mini marshmallows on top. Broil for 1–2 minutes until lightly toasted.
  3. Chill briefly before slicing into 24 bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3gFat: 15g

Notes

Feel free to swap the mini marshmallows for crushed peppermint candies or add espresso powder for a mocha flavor.

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