Ingredients
2 Sticks unsalted butter, softened
1 c. light brown sugar
1/3 c. granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 tsp. vanilla extract
2 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
3/4 tsp. salt
2 c. milk chocolate chips
8 oz. cream cheese, softened
1/2 c. sugar
1 egg
Preparation
Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.Step 2Make the cookie dough layers: Cream the butter and sugars in a large mixing bowl, beating until they’re pale yellow and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Mix in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla, stirring to combine.Step 3Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a separate mixing bowl. Slowly mix the dry ingredients into the butter-sugar mixture. Fold in the chocolate chips. Set aside.Step 4Make cheesecake filling: In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar and egg until smooth. Set aside.Step 5Press half of the cookie dough into a well-greased 8- or 9-inch square pan. (Dust your fingers with flour to keep the dough from sticking to your hands.) Spread cheesecake filling over dough. Crumble and sprinkle remaining half of dough over cheesecake layer.Step 6Bake 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown and firm to the touch. Cool 30 minutes. Refrigerate 2 hours or until chilled. Cut into bars and serve.
