Description
Death-By-Chocolate No Bake Cheesecake Bars are a rich, creamy, decadent dessert loaded with layers of chocolate flavor. This easy no-bake make-ahead treat is perfect for serious chocolate lovers.
Ingredients
- 18 Oreo cookies
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon dark chocolate, melted
- 4 ounces brick-style cream cheese, softened
- 8 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
- 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon Baileys Irish Cream or Kahlua, optional
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, optional but recommended
- 1/2 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Line a 9×9-inch pan with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray. Set aside.
- Add the Oreo cookies to a food processor and process until fine crumbs form. Set aside.
- In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the melted butter and 1 tablespoon dark chocolate. Heat until fully melted and smooth.
- Pour the melted butter and chocolate mixture into the food processor with the Oreo crumbs and process until combined.
- Press the crumb mixture firmly into the prepared pan to form an even crust layer. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a handheld mixer until fluffy. Set aside.
- In a separate large microwave-safe bowl, combine the chopped dark chocolate and heavy whipping cream. Heat in 30-second increments, stirring each time, until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Add the melted chocolate mixture to the bowl with the cream cheese and beat until fully smooth and combined.
- Mix in the Baileys or Kahlua and salt, if using.
- Spread the chocolate cheesecake mixture evenly over the crust.
- Sprinkle the mini chocolate chips evenly over the top.
- Refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or until fully chilled and set, before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Do not cover the bars immediately after refrigerating, as condensation can form while the filling is still warm. Once fully chilled, cover with foil.
- These cheesecake bars can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 10 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American