Why you’ll love Cookies and Cream Cheesecake Bars
- Delicious Flavour Combination:
- These bars feature the irresistible combination of rich, creamy cheesecake and the beloved taste of cookies and cream, blending sweet, tangy, and slightly chocolaty flavours in every bite.
- Perfect Texture Contrast:
- The bars offer a perfect texture contrast with a crunchy cookie crust, smooth and velvety cheesecake filling, and chunks of crunchy cookies throughout. This variety makes each bite a delightful experience.
- Easy to Make:
- Unlike a traditional cheesecake that requires careful baking and cooling, these bars are simpler to prepare. They involve straightforward layering and baking, making them accessible even for novice bakers.
- Convenient for Serving and Sharing:
- The bar format is convenient for cutting into individual portions, making them easy to serve at parties, potlucks, or as a simple family dessert. They are also easy to transport and store.
- Visually Appealing:
- The contrast of the dark cookie pieces against the creamy white cheesecake makes these bars visually appealing. They look as good as they taste, making them a hit at any gathering.
Top Tips
- Use Quality Ingredients:
- Cream Cheese: Choose full-fat cream cheese for a rich, creamy texture. Make sure it’s at room temperature to blend smoothly.
- Cookies: Use fresh, high-quality Oreo cookies (or similar) for the crust and filling to ensure the best flavor and crunch.
- Proper Crust Preparation:
- Crush the Cookies: Crush the cookies finely for the crust. You can use a food processor or place them in a ziplock bag and crush them with a rolling pin.
- Combine with Butter: Mix the crushed cookies with melted butter until well combined. This will help the crust hold together. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of your lined pan to create a solid base.
- Achieving a Smooth Cheesecake Filling:
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure all your ingredients, especially the cream cheese, are at room temperature before mixing. This will help them blend smoothly without lumps.
- Whipping Cream: Whip heavy cream to stiff peaks before folding it into the cream cheese mixture. This adds lightness and stability to the filling, making it easier to set.
- Setting the Cheesecake:
- Refrigeration: Allow the bars to chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, but preferably overnight. This ensures the cheesecake layer sets properly and develops the best texture.
- Avoid Freezing: While it might be tempting to speed up the setting process by freezing, this can cause the cheesecake to become too firm and icy, altering the texture negatively.
- Perfect Presentation and Serving:
- Topping: Sprinkle additional crushed cookies on top of the cheesecake layer before chilling for an extra crunch and visual appeal.
- Clean Cuts: When ready to serve, use a sharp knife to cut the bars. Wipe the knife clean between cuts to achieve neat, clean slices. You can also dip the knife in hot water and dry it before cutting for even cleaner edges.
Ingredients you’ll need to make this recipe
Crust
- 150 g Cookies and Cream Biscuits crushed
- 50 g Butter melted
Cheesecake Mixture
- 250 g Double Cream
- 70 g Icing Sugar
- 250 g Cream Cheese
- 20 Cookies and Cream Biscuits chopped
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
Garnish
- Cookies and Cream Biscuits a few
How to make Cookies and Cream Cheesecake Bars
Crust
- Crush the cookies and cream biscuits and mix together with the melted butter.
- Press firmly into an 8 inch cake tin lined with baking paper, then set aside.
Cheesecake Mixture
- Whisk together the double cream and icing sugar for a few minutes until the cream thickens.
- Add in the cream cheese, chopped biscuits and vanilla extract and mix until combined.
- Pour the mixture into the baking tin and smooth out. Let this set up in the fridge for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Garnish however you’d like, slice into squares and enjoy!
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Cookies and Cream Cheesecake Bars
This deliciously creamy cookies and cream cheesecake is the perfect no bake dessert.
Ingredients
Crust
- 150 g Cookies and Cream Biscuits crushed
- 50 g Butter melted
Cheesecake Mixture
- 250 g Double Cream
- 70 g Icing Sugar
- 250 g Cream Cheese
- 20 Cookies and Cream Biscuits chopped
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
Garnish
- Cookies and Cream Biscuits a few
Instructions
Crust
- Crush the cookies and cream biscuits and mix together with the melted butter.
- Press firmly into an 8 inch cake tin lined with baking paper, then set aside.
Cheesecake Mixture
- Whisk together the double cream and icing sugar for a few minutes until the cream thickens.
- Add in the cream cheese, chopped biscuits and vanilla extract and mix until combined.
- Pour the mixture into the baking tin and smooth out. Let this set up in the fridge for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Garnish however you'd like, slice into squares and enjoy!
