Description

These Confetti Cheesecake Bars combine the festive fun of confetti cookie dough with a creamy cheesecake layer, creating a delightful dessert perfect for celebrations or any time you want a colorful sweet treat. The cookie dough forms a crispy base and topping, sandwiching a rich, fluffy cheesecake filling studded with sprinkles for added texture and color.

Ingredients

Scale

Cookie Dough Base and Topping

16–18 oz Confetti Cookie Dough (or regular cookie dough with your own sprinkles added)
Extra sprinkles (optional)
Baking spray (for greasing the pan)

Cheesecake Filling

8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
½ cup granulated sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
½ tsp pure vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9 inch square baking pan with baking spray and line it with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the bars after baking.
Form the Crust: Take about 8 portions of the cookie dough, or approximately two-thirds of the total dough, and press it evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to create a firm cookie base.
Beat Cream Cheese: Using a stand mixer or hand mixer, beat the softened cream cheese until it becomes light and fluffy, which helps create a smooth cheesecake filling.
Mix Filling Ingredients: Add the granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla extract to the cream cheese and continue beating until the mixture is creamy and fully combined.
Spread Filling: Evenly spread the cheesecake mixture over the cookie dough base in the pan, smoothing it out.
Add Topping: Break the remaining cookie dough into small pieces and scatter them evenly over the cheesecake layer. Optionally, sprinkle extra colorful sprinkles on top for a festive look.
Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 35 minutes or until the cheesecake is set and the cookie topping turns slightly golden.
Cool and Slice: Remove the bars from the oven and let them cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment paper. Slice into bars and serve.

Notes

Make sure the cream cheese and egg are at room temperature for a smoother filling.
Use parchment paper to avoid sticking and make removal easier.
You can customize the cookie dough by adding your own sprinkles if you don’t have confetti cookie dough.
If you prefer a firmer crust, chill the cookie dough base for 10-15 minutes before adding the cheesecake layer.
Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Bring to room temperature before serving for the best flavor and texture.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: confetti cheesecake bars, cheesecake bars, confetti cookie dough, dessert bars, colorful cheesecake, baking dessert