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Decadent, No-Bake Dessert Bars with a Chocolate Cookie Crust, Creamy Cheesecake Layer & Silky Chocolate Ganache | Texas Sheet Cake Bars
These Texas Sheet Cake Layered Chocolate Cream Cheese Bars are the ultimate indulgence! Featuring a buttery Oreo crust, fluffy cream cheese filling, and rich chocolate ganache, these bars are easy to make, no-bake (after the crust!), and perfect for any occasion.
Why You’ll Love This Texas Sheet Cake Bars
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Rich & Creamy – Layers of chocolate and cheesecake in every bite.
No-Bake (Mostly!) – Only the crust requires baking (10 mins max!).
Perfect for Crowds – Great for potlucks, parties, or gifting.
Make-Ahead Friendly – Stays fresh in the fridge for days.
Ingredients & Substitutions
For the Crust:
- 1½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs (Oreos) – Can use gluten-free cookies.
- ½ cup melted butter – Salted or unsalted both work.
- 2 tbsp sugar – Optional, but enhances sweetness.
For the Cream Cheese Layer:
- 8 oz cream cheese – Softened to room temp for smooth mixing.
- ½ cup powdered sugar – Adjust to taste.
- 1 tsp vanilla extract – Enhances flavor.
- 1 cup whipped cream/Cool Whip – Stabilizes the filling.
For the Chocolate Ganache:
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips – Dark or milk chocolate works too.
- ½ cup heavy cream – Makes ganache ultra-smooth.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Make the Crust
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix cookie crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until combined.
- Press into an 8×8-inch pan and bake 8-10 mins. Cool completely.
Prepare the Cream Cheese Layer
- Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gently fold in whipped cream until fluffy.
- Spread over cooled crust.
Make the Chocolate Ganache
- Heat heavy cream until simmering (microwave or stovetop).
- Pour over chocolate chips, let sit 1 min, then stir until smooth.
- Spread over cream cheese layer.
Chill & Serve
- Refrigerate 4+ hours (overnight is best!).
- Slice into squares and enjoy!
Pro Tips for Perfect Bars
Clean Cuts – Use a hot knife for smooth slices.
Extra Decadence – Sprinkle sea salt or crushed cookies on top.
Patience Pays Off – Don’t skip chilling time!
Storage & Make-Ahead Tips
Fridge – Keeps 5 days covered.
Freezer – Freeze (unglazed) up to 1 month—add ganache after thawing.
Delicious Variations
Mocha Twist – Add 1 tsp espresso powder to ganache.
Berry Bliss – Top with fresh strawberries.
Peanut Butter Lover’s – Swirl melted PB into cream cheese layer.
Final Thoughts
These Texas Sheet Cake Layered Chocolate Cream Cheese Bars are sinfully delicious yet simple to make. Perfect for satisfying sweet cravings or impressing guests!
Try it today and share your creations! #ChocolateCreamCheeseBars
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