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Cheesecake Bars with Chocolate Ganache Recipe

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These Cheesecake Bars with Chocolate Ganache combine a crunchy Biscoff cookie crust with a creamy cheesecake filling, topped with a rich and smooth chocolate ganache. Perfectly sweet and decadent, these bars are easy to prepare and ideal for sharing at any occasion.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes plus overnight chilling
  • Yield: 24 servings

Ingredients

Crust

  • 1 1/2 cups crushed Biscoff cookies (about 27 cookies)
  • 3 tablespoon packed dark brown sugar
  • 6 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted

Cheesecake Filling

  • 24 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoon flour
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste

Chocolate Ganache

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 4 tablespoon butter
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup confectioners sugar

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed Biscoff cookies and dark brown sugar. Pour the melted butter over the mixture and stir thoroughly until evenly combined. Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking pan to form the crust layer.
  2. Preheat oven and prepare cheesecake filling: Preheat your oven to 325 °F (163 °C). In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, sugar, and flour together until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to incorporate. Gently fold in the sour cream and vanilla bean paste until just combined.
  3. Bake the cheesecake layer: Pour the cheesecake filling over the prepared crust in the pan. Smooth the top and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until set. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely at room temperature.
  4. Make the chocolate ganache: While the cheesecake cools, heat the heavy whipping cream and butter together in a small saucepan over medium heat until just boiling. Remove from heat and pour this hot mixture over the semi-sweet chocolate chips placed in a heat-safe bowl. Let it sit briefly, then stir until the chocolate is fully melted and the ganache is smooth.
  5. Add sweetness to ganache: Stir in the confectioners sugar into the ganache and whisk vigorously until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  6. Top the cheesecake bars: Pour the ganache evenly over the cooled cheesecake layer, spreading it smoothly. Place the pan in the refrigerator and chill overnight to allow the ganache to set properly.
  7. Serve: Before serving, allow the cheesecake bars to come to room temperature for about 15 to 20 minutes. Then, cut into bars and serve.

Notes

  • For best results, use room temperature cream cheese to ensure a smooth cheesecake batter.
  • Press the crust firmly into the pan to avoid a crumbly base.
  • Do not overbake the cheesecake to prevent cracks; it should still have a slight jiggle when done.
  • The ganache can be slightly warm when poured - this helps it spread evenly over the cheesecake.
  • Bars can be stored refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://avascooking.com/cheesecake-bars-with-chocolate-ganache-recipe/