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Creamy Irish Cream Cheesecake Bars with Oreo Crust

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Deliciously creamy cheesecake bars with a boozy hint of Irish cream and a crisp Oreo crust, perfect for celebrations or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 24 Oreo cookies (about 1 ¾ cups crushed)
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 16 oz (450 g) cream cheese, softened
  • ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • ½ cup (120 ml) Irish cream liqueur
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) sour cream
  • Optional: whipped cream or a dusting of cocoa powder for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides for easy removal.
  2. Crush 24 Oreo cookies into fine crumbs using a food processor or rolling pin method. Mix crumbs with 5 tablespoons melted unsalted butter until mixture resembles wet sand.
  3. Press the crust mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the lined pan using the bottom of a glass or fingers.
  4. Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove and let cool slightly.
  5. In a large bowl, beat 16 oz softened cream cheese with ¾ cup granulated sugar until creamy and smooth (2-3 minutes). Scrape down sides as needed.
  6. Add 2 eggs one at a time, beating gently after each until combined.
  7. Mix in ½ cup Irish cream liqueur, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and ¼ cup sour cream until silky and well combined. Avoid overmixing.
  8. Pour cheesecake filling over baked crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
  9. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 35-40 minutes until edges are set and center has a slight jiggle.
  10. Turn off oven, crack door, and let bars cool inside for 30 minutes.
  11. Transfer pan to wire rack to cool completely, then refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.
  12. Use parchment overhang to lift bars out and cut into 12 squares. Wipe knife with warm damp cloth between cuts.
  13. Serve chilled, optionally topped with whipped cream or cocoa powder.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients to avoid lumps. Don’t overmix after adding eggs to prevent cracks. Press crust firmly to avoid crumbling. Chill bars overnight for best texture. Clean knife between cuts for neat squares. Can substitute gluten-free Oreos and dairy-free cream cheese for dietary needs.

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