Ingredients for Chocolate Pecan Cheesecake Bars
- Dark Chocolate Cake Mix
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup pecan halves (optional)
- 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- Sweetened Condensed Milk
- Vanilla
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How to Make Chocolate Pecan Cheesecake Bars
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, combine 1 box (15.25 oz) Pillsbury chocolate cake mix, 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened, and 2 large eggs.
- Mix on low speed until just combined.
- If using, stir in 1 cup pecan halves. Reserve 1/2 cup for topping.
- Press the remaining chocolate mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- In a medium bowl, beat 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened, until fluffy.
- Add 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 2 large eggs to the cream cheese. Beat at medium speed until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chocolate crust.
- Sprinkle with the reserved pecans (if using).
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges are lightly browned.
- Let cool completely on a wire rack before refrigerating for at least 2 hours.
- Cut into bars and serve chilled. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
7 g
Sugar
46g
Fat
20g
Carbs
5g
