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Brownie Bottom Cheesecake Bars – Easy Recipes for Dessert Lovers

A rich and creamy cheesecake baked over a fudgy brownie layer—this dessert is a dream come true for easy recipes fans!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Keywords: butter swim biscuits easy recipes, cheesey potatoes easy recipe, chicken stirfry easy recipe, dinner recipes, easy recipes, easy recipes ninja creami, recipes for dinner
Servings: 12 bars
Author: Betty

Ingredients

For the Brownie Layer

  • 1 box brownie mix (plus ingredients listed on box)

For the Cheesecake Layer

  • 2 (8 oz) blocks cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

For the Brownie Layer

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare brownie batter according to package instructions.
  3. Spread brownie batter evenly in the prepared baking dish.

For the Cheesecake Layer

  1. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
  2. Add sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract and beat until fully combined.
  3. Pour the cheesecake batter over the brownie layer and smooth the top.
  4. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the center is set.
  5. Allow to cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing.

Notes

For best results, make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature. Add chocolate chips or swirl in raspberry jam for variations.