Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookie Bars

By srumbel

Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookie Bars! Not only are they incredibly EASY but they are unbelievably delicious!
from momontimeout.com

Ingredients

• 1 18 oz roll refrigerated chocolate chip cookie dough
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg, room temperature
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract, optional

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 F.
Line a 9-inch square baking dish with parchment paper or non-stick foil.
Spread a little more than half of the cookie dough onto the bottom of the baking dish and press down firmly creating an even layer.
Beat the cream cheese until light and fluffy.
Add in the sugar and beat until combined.
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract(if using).
Pour the cheesecake filling over the top of the cookie dough base.
Crumble the remaining cookie dough over the top.
Bake for 35 to 40 minutes.
Let cool completely before cutting into bars.

This recipe really couldn't be any easier and a stand mixer makes quick work of that cheesecake filling. Try this recipe with different flavored cookie dough for a fun twist!