Chocolate Chess Squares Recipe

Indulge in these rich and decadent chocolate chess squares! A family-favorite recipe (even my father-in-law approved!), adapted from a Holly Berkowitz Clegg cookbook. This easy dessert features a fudgy chocolate base topped with a creamy, tangy cheesecake layer. Perfect for potlucks, bake sales, or satisfying your sweet tooth!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 221.3 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 4.1 (13 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Chocolate Chess Squares

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How to Make Chocolate Chess Squares

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour a 13x9 inch baking pan.
  3. In a large bowl, combine 1 box (15.25 ounces) chocolate cake mix, 2 large eggs, 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted, and 1/2 cup water. Mix until just combined.
  4. Press the batter evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  5. In a separate bowl, beat together 8 ounces cream cheese (softened), 1 cup powdered sugar, and 2 large egg whites until smooth and creamy.
  6. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  7. Pour the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chocolate batter.
  8. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
  9. Let cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

114g

Fat

20g

Carbs

12g