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!
Ingredients
Sugar Cookie Crust:
1 (16.5-ounce) roll refrigerated sugar cookie dough
Cheesecake Filling:
2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Topping:
Optional sprinkles or powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch or 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Make the Crust: Press two-thirds of the sugar cookie dough into the pan to form the crust.
- Prepare the Filling: In a bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add egg, vanilla, and salt; beat until combined.
- Layer and Bake: Pour cream cheese mixture over crust, spread evenly. Crumble remaining cookie dough on top. Bake for 30–35 minutes until set.
- Cool and Chill: Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing into bars.
- Optional: Top with sprinkles or powdered sugar.
Notes
- For a fun twist, use seasonal sugar cookie dough or add mini chocolate chips to the cheesecake layer.
- Bars can be made a day ahead and stored in the fridge.