ESPRESSO CHEESECAKE BARS

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Simple and delicious -- the only problem is waiting for them to be ready to eat.

Provided by Daily Inspiration S

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 c chocolate cookie crumbs
1 tsp instant espresso coffee powder
1/4 c butter, melted
8 oz package cream cheese, softened
1/4 c sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla
1 egg

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 350 degrees F. In a medium bowl, combine cookie crumbs, 1/2 tsp. espresso powder and melted butter; mix well. Reserve 1/4 cup crumb mixture for topping. Press remaining mixture in bottom of ungreased 8-inch square pan.
  • 2. Beat cream cheese in medium bowl at medium speed until smooth and creamy. Add sugar, remaining 1/2 tsp. espresso powder, vanilla and egg; blend well. Pour over crust. Sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture.
  • 3. Bake at 350 degrees for 15-20 minutes or just until center is set. Cool 30 minutes or until completed cooled. Cover loosely; refrigerate 3-4 hours or until firm. With hot, wet knife, cut into bars. Store in refrigerator.

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