Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of Chocolate Brownie Cheesecake Bars, a perfect blend of fudgy brownie and luscious cheesecake. These bars are ideal for any occasion, from casual family gatherings to elegant celebrations. The two-layer structure creates an irresistible contrast, ensuring each bite is a heavenly combination of chocolatey goodness and smooth creaminess. Plus, they cater to various dietary needs, being both paleo-friendly and dairy-free. Whether you’re looking for a show-stopping dessert or a satisfying sweet treat at home, these decadent bars are sure to impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsweetened chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
- 2 tbsp Coconut Oil
- 1/2 cup smooth almond butter
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup real maple syrup
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup blanched almond flour
- 1/4 cup cacao powder
- 2 cups raw cashews (soaked in hot water for 15 minutes and drained)
- 1/4 cup cacao powder
- 1 cup full fat coconut milk
- 1 tbsp melted coconut oil
- 1/2 cup real maple syrup
- 1 tbsp instant coffee granules (optional)
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Soak cashews for 15 minutes and preheat the oven to 350°F. Line an 8×8 pan with parchment paper.
- For the brownie layer, melt chocolate, coconut oil, and almond butter in a double boiler. Stir in maple syrup and vanilla, then mix in the egg. Fold in almond flour and cacao powder until smooth. Pour into the prepared pan and bake for 15-17 minutes until firm.
- For the cheesecake layer, blend soaked cashews, cacao powder, coconut milk, melted coconut oil, vanilla, maple syrup, optional coffee granules, and sea salt until smooth. Pour over the cooled brownie layer.
- Freeze for 2–3 hours until firm before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Paleo
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg