Salted Chocolate Cheesecake Bars
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
These salted chocolate cheesecake bars are my absolute favorite when I need something elegant but don't have much time. With just 45 minutes from start to finish, they come together quickly without sacrificing that decadent, bakery quality taste. The cream cheese base provides probiotics that support digestive health while delivering that rich, creamy texture everyone loves. What I appreciate most is how forgiving these bars are to make no fancy techniques required and they're surprisingly budget friendly since you probably have most ingredients on hand already. The flaky sea salt sprinkled on top creates this perfect contrast with the chocolate that feels like a special treat, but honestly, they're simple enough for any weeknight indulgence.
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Ingredients
- 250flour
- 300granulated sugar
- 200salted chocolate chips
- 150unsalted butter
- 2large eggs
- 1½ mlpure vanilla extract
- 400cream cheese
- 150 mlheavy cream
- 200semi-sweet chocolate
- 20 gflaky sea salt
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line an 18x18 cm baking tray with parchment paper.
Tip: Make sure to grease the parchment paper for easy removal.
- 2
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter and salted chocolate chips over low heat, stirring occasionally.
Tip: Don't let the chocolate burn!
- 3
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the granulated sugar until dissolved.
Tip: Let the mixture cool slightly.
- 4
Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the pure vanilla extract.
Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl.
- 5
In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the heavy cream and beat until combined.
Tip: Don't overbeat!
- 6
Add the flour and melted chocolate mixture to the cream cheese mixture. Beat until just combined.
Tip: Don't overmix!
- 7
Pour the batter into the prepared baking tray and smooth the top.
Tip: Don't worry if it's not perfect!
- 8
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Tip: Let the bars cool completely in the tray.
- 9
Once cooled, sprinkle with flaky sea salt and cut into bars.
Tip: Cut into desired size.
- 10
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set before serving.
Tip: Enjoy!
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