This simple recipe for chocolate chip cheese bars delivers one delight after another, starting with a sweet chocolatey aroma and finishing with a satisfying crunch. The final surprise is how easy it is to make.
2Cut the refrigerated cookie dough in two and press one half onto the bottom of a greased square baking pan with your fingers. Editor’s Tip: You can also use your own homemade chocolate chip cookie dough, allowing you to customize it with nuts or raisins.
3Whip up the filling
4In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar and egg until smooth. Spread over the crust and crumble the remaining cookie dough evenly over the top.
5Bake, cool and cut into squares
6Bake the chocolate chip cheese bar for 35 to 40 minutes at 350°F until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow it to cool completely on a wire rack before cutting into smaller pieces if desired.
