These Brown Sugar Snickerdoodle Cheesecake Bars combine the classic snickerdoodle dessert with a rich cheesecake filling, creating a delightful treat perfect for cozy baking during the fall and winter months. With a delicious cinnamon sugar flavor and creamy texture, these dessert squares are sure to become a viral Pinterest sweet.

The bars feature a soft, chewy base topped with a luscious cheesecake layer, all dusted with warm tones of cinnamon sugar. They are easy to make and are perfect for sharing with friends and family.

Delicious Snickerdoodle Cheesecake Bars

These cheesecake bars offer a delightful blend of snickerdoodle and cheesecake flavors, making them an irresistible choice for dessert lovers. The recipe takes about 60 minutes from start to finish and yields 12 generous squares.

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for topping)
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for topping)

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
2. Make the Snickerdoodle Base: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract. Gradually add the flour mixture until combined.
3. Press into Pan: Press the snickerdoodle dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
4. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and flour, mixing until well combined.
5. Layer the Cheesecake: Pour the cheesecake filling over the snickerdoodle base, spreading it evenly.
6. Cinnamon Sugar Topping: In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture over the cheesecake layer.
7. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly. Allow to cool completely in the pan.
8. Chill and Serve: Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing into squares. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 35 minutes
• Total Time: 60 minutes

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 12 squares
• Calories: 250kcal
• Fat: 12g
• Protein: 3g
• Carbohydrates: 34g