5-Ingredient Sugar Cookie Cheesecake Bars
These 5-Ingredient Sugar Cookie Cheesecake Bars are the perfect blend of buttery sugar cookie dough and creamy cheesecake filling—all with minimal effort. Semi-homemade and wonderfully rich, they make an ideal dessert for parties, potlucks, or last-minute cravings. With just a handful of ingredients and simple steps, you’ll have a colorful, crowd-pleasing treat that looks and tastes like it took far more work than it did.
Ingredients
- 1 egg
- 1 1/2 tablespoons vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- One 16.5 oz tube sugar cookie dough, almost room temperature
- Rainbow sprinkles
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and spray an 8×8-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Beat egg, vanilla, and cream cheese together until smooth.
- Cut cookie dough in half; press one half evenly into the bottom of the dish.
- Pour cheesecake mixture over the cookie crust.
- Flatten pieces of the remaining dough and place evenly over the top.
- Bake 30 minutes, or until the cookie top is lightly golden.
- Cool at least 1 hour; add sprinkles once fully cooled.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes + cooling
Kcal: 290 kcal | Servings: 9
Tips
- Press the bottom crust firmly so it bakes into an even layer.
- Add sprinkles only after cooling to prevent melting or color bleeding.
FAQ
Can I use flavored sugar cookie dough?
Yes—lemon or funfetti dough adds a fun twist.
Can I double the recipe?
Absolutely; use a 9×13-inch pan and add a few minutes to the bake time.
How do I store leftovers?
Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Can these be frozen?
Yes—freeze sliced bars and thaw in the fridge before serving.
