Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of sugar cookies and creamy cheesecake with these easy-to-make Sugar Cookie Cheesecake Bars. Perfect for any occasion, these bars are a hit with kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
Sugar Cookie Crust:
- 1 (16.5 oz) roll refrigerated sugar cookie dough
Cheesecake Filling:
- 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Colorful sprinkles for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch or 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper. Press the sugar cookie dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
- Assemble and Bake: Pour the cheesecake mixture over the cookie dough layer and spread evenly. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool and Chill: Let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours before slicing into bars. Add sprinkles on top before serving if desired.
Notes
- For a homemade twist, use your favorite sugar cookie dough recipe instead of store-bought.
- You can also swirl in a tablespoon of jam or fruit puree before baking for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
