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Irresistible Chocolate Cheesecake Bars for Chocolate Day

Written by Deepali Verma | Feb 9, 2025 8:30:00 AM

There could not be a better time than Chocolate Day for sweet indulgence, and a treat that puts together two most adored desserts, chocolate and cheesecake, would be nothing but the epitome of bliss on this day of love. Cheesecake bars are great to enjoy the creamy, rich goodness of the classic cheesecake in a convenient, portable way. They're ideal for sharing with friends, family, or that special someone.

For those who cannot get enough chocolate, these chocolate cheesecake bars will be a revelation. With a silky melt-in-your mouth texture, every bite is perfectly balanced between the richness of chocolate and the tangy creaminess. The crust gives a satisfying crunch, and there are various flavors that can suit every chocolate lover's whim. It can be made with dark, milk, or white chocolate, so they are easily customizable to suit your taste. Celebrate Chocolate Day this year with the old classic cheesecake rebooted with a chocolate flavor and indulge in these irresistible chocolate cheesecake bars.

Recipe for Irresistible Chocolate Cheesecake Bar for Chocolate Day

Ingredients:

  • 200g digestive biscuits (or graham crackers)
  • 100g unsalted butter (melted)
  • 300g cream cheese (softened)
  • 200g dark chocolate (melted)
  • 100g sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 200ml sour cream
  • 50g cocoa powder
  • Pinch of salt

Method:

  • Preheat oven to 180°C and line a baking pan with parchment paper.
  • Crumb digestive biscuits into fine crumbs using a food processor.
  • Mix crumb and melted butter until combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan forming an even crust.
  • In a big bowl, use an electric mixer to cream cheese and sugar until creamy and smooth.
  • Add the dark chocolate melted mixture and mix until well-combined
  • Beat in eggs one after the other into the mixture before adding the subsequent one.
  • Finally, add the extract of vanilla and sour cream; add the mixture of cocoa. Mix until silky and fluffy. Pour the mixture of cheesecake over the ready crust and spread flat with a spatula.
  • Bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center slightly jiggles when moved.
  • Allow the bars to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight for best results. Cut into squares before serving.

7 Irresistible Chocolate Cheesecake Bars for Chocolate Day

Classic Chocolate Cheesecake Bars

The simplest, yet most indulgent, chocolate cheesecake bars combine a rich, creamy filling with the deep flavor of dark chocolate. The slightly bitter chocolate contrasts perfectly with the smooth, tangy cheesecake, creating a balanced bite. Add chocolate chips on top for an extra burst of texture.

Milk Chocolate Hazelnut Cheesecake Bars

For the sweet-toothed nut-lover, there is no better combination than milk chocolate and hazelnuts. The creamy filling of milk chocolate pairs perfectly with crushed hazelnuts, adding a crunchy texture and a nutty flavor that balances out the richness of the cheesecake. Finish these bars with a few whole hazelnuts for a decorative touch.

White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake Bars

Raspberries and white chocolate are for sure a match made in heaven, and these bars are a perfect example. White chocolate filling creamy, slightly sweet, balances the tartness of fresh raspberries. Fresh raspberry puree swirled into the cheesecake giving this cheesecake an amazing color and extra fruity flavor.

Peanut Butter Chocolate Cheesecake Bars

These chocolate cheesecake bars are, like, every peanut butter lover's dream. Chocolate cheesecake filling is filled with creamy swirls of peanut butter, luscious, indulgent delight that you must not miss out on topping these bars with chopped peanuts. They add this wonderful crunch against the smooth filling of cheesecake.

Mint Chocolate Cheesecake Bars

If you’re a fan of the classic mint chocolate combination, these cheesecake bars will surely impress. Add a few drops of peppermint extract to the chocolate cheesecake mixture and top with a glossy mint chocolate ganache. The refreshing mint flavor contrasts with the richness of the chocolate, making each bite a refreshing indulgence.

Chocolate Caramel Swirl Cheesecake Bars

These decadent bars bring you the richness of chocolate combined with the sweetness of caramel. Layers of gooey caramel swirl with the chocolate cheesecake filling add a smooth and buttery texture that makes this creation a perfect source of a sweet-and-salty taste profile to keep one craving more of it. A drizzle of extra caramel above adds more decadence to your treat.

Chocolate Chilli Cheesecake Bars

For those who love a little spice with their treats, chocolate and chilli make for an odd yet perfect match. These cheesecake bars have just a hint of heat from ground chilli powder and cinnamon, but the spice adds a warmth that really brings out the deep flavor of the chocolate.