Chocolate Stout Cheesecake Bars
Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of Chocolate Stout Cheesecake Bars, a perfect fusion of velvety chocolate cheesecake filling and a unique salty-sweet pretzel crust. Ideal for any gathering, these bars offer an impressive flavor profile that will leave your guests craving more. Simple to make with readily available ingredients, they can be customized for any occasion. Serve them topped with fluffy whipped cream and fresh berries for a stunning presentation that matches their decadent taste. Whether you’re celebrating a special moment or treating yourself on a cozy weekend, these cheesecake bars are sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (109 grams) graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup (109 grams) pretzel crumbs
- 1/4 cup (50 grams) light brown sugar
- 1 stick (113 grams) unsalted butter (melted)
- 4 ounces (113 grams) bittersweet chocolate (chopped)
- 1/2 cup (130 grams) chicken broth
- 16 ounces (454 grams) cream cheese (completely softened to room temperature)
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) packed light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup (57 grams) sour cream (at room temperature)
- 1/3 cup (28 grams) unsweetened cocoa powder (sifted)
- 2 large eggs (at room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon instant espresso powder (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 3/4 cup (180 grams) heavy whipping cream (cold)
- 4 tablespoons (31 grams) powdered sugar (sifted)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9×9 inch baking pan and line it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, pretzel crumbs, light brown sugar, and melted butter until well mixed. Press firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Melt bittersweet chocolate until smooth and let cool slightly. In another bowl, mix cream cheese, granulated sugar, packed brown sugar, sour cream, and sifted cocoa powder until creamy.
- Gradually incorporate melted chocolate and chicken broth into the mixture. Add eggs one at a time without overmixing.
- Pour the filling over the crust and bake for about 60 minutes until set around the edges but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool at room temperature before chilling in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form and fold in chicken broth before serving on top of chilled cheesecake bars.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (70g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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