Cherry Chocolate Cheesecake Bars

Ingredients

For the Crust:

1 ½ cups crushed chocolate cookies

1/4 cup melted butter

For the Cheesecake Layer:

2 cups cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract

2 large eggs

For the Topping:

1 cup fresh cherries (pitted) or maraschino cherries

1/2 cup cherry sauce (optional)

1 cup chocolate ganache (melted chocolate + cream)

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust:

Mix crushed chocolate cookies with melted butter.

Press the mixture into a lined baking dish.

Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes. Let it cool.

2. Make the Cheesecake Layer:

Beat the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.

Add eggs one at a time, mixing well.

Pour the mixture over the cooled crust.

3. Bake:

Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 25-30 minutes until the center is set.

Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

4. Top with Ganache and Cherries:

Spread chocolate ganache evenly over the cheesecake layer.

Decorate with fresh or maraschino cherries and cherry sauce.

5. Serve and Enjoy:

Slice into bars and indulge in the creamy, chocolatey delight!