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Funfetti Cheesecake Sugar Cookie Bars Recipe

These Funfetti Cheesecake Sugar Cookie Bars are a delightful blend of creamy cheesecake and soft sugar cookies, topped with colorful sprinkles!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base:
  • ½ cup Unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1 Large egg
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
  • 1.75 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon Baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ¾ cup Funfetti
For the Cheesecake Layer:
  • 8 oz Brick-style cream cheese softened
  • 1 Large egg slightly beaten
  • ½ cup Powdered sugar
  • ½ cup Funfetti sprinkles for topping
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract for cheesecake layer

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • 9x13-inch Baking Pan
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan with cooking spray or line it with parchment paper.
  3. Cream together ½ cup of softened unsalted butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add 1 large egg and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract to the creamed mixture and beat until well combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1.75 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, ½ teaspoon of baking powder, and ½ teaspoon of salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
  7. Gently fold in ¾ cup of funfetti.
  8. Spread the cookie dough evenly in the prepared baking pan.
  9. In another bowl, beat together 8 oz of softened cream cheese, ½ cup of powdered sugar, 1 slightly beaten egg, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and ½ cup of funfetti until smooth.
  10. Pour the cheesecake mixture over the cookie base and spread it evenly.
  11. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, until the cheesecake is set and edges are lightly golden.
  12. Allow to cool for at least 30 minutes before transferring to the refrigerator to chill completely.
  13. Once chilled, slice into squares and top with additional funfetti sprinkles.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Freeze individual bars wrapped in plastic wrap and then in foil for up to 3 months.
  • Thaw frozen bars in the refrigerator overnight before enjoying.