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Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake Bars

Rich chocolate crust, creamy cheesecake, and a glossy cherry topping — these bars are the perfect combination of sweet, tart, and decadent.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Baking
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1.5 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
Cheesecake Layer
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.25 cup sour cream
Topping
  • 21 oz cherry pie filling
  • 0.5 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips for drizzle

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Rubber spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and line an 8x8 pan with parchment.
  2. Mix crust ingredients and press into pan; bake 10 minutes.
  3. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth; add eggs, vanilla, and sour cream.
  4. Pour over crust and bake 30–35 minutes until set.
  5. Cool, then refrigerate 3 hours or overnight.
  6. Spread cherry pie filling on top and drizzle with melted chocolate.
  7. Slice into bars and serve chilled.

Notes

Decadent, rich, and simple to make — these cheesecake bars are perfect for any occasion.