CAPPUCCINO CHEESECAKE BARS

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Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Coffee     Milk/Cream     Dessert     Kid-Friendly     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 15

Number Of Ingredients 8

9 whole graham crackers, broken up
1/4 cup plus 2/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) chilled unsalted butter, diced
6 1/2 teaspoons instant espresso powder, divided
1 tablespoon plus 1 cup chilled heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 8-ounce packages Philadelphia-brand cream cheese, room temperature
1 large egg

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter 11 x 7 x 1 1/2- inch metal baking pan. Grind graham crackers with 1/4 cup sugar in processor to small crumbs. Add 1/4 cup butter and 1 1/2 teaspoons espresso powder. Blend until crumbs are moist and stick together. Transfer 1/2 cup crumb mixture to pie dish for crumb topping. Press remaining mixture onto bottom of prepared metal baking pan. Bake crumbs in pan and pie dish until golden, 10 minutes. Cool 10 minutes. Maintain oven temperature.
  • Meanwhile, stir remaining 5 teaspoons espresso powder, 1 tablespoon cream, and vanilla in small bowl until coffee dissolves. Beat cream cheese in large bowl until smooth. Add 2/3 cup sugar and beat to blend. Beat in coffee mixture, then egg.
  • Spread filling evenly over crust in metal baking pan. Bake until set, about 25 minutes. Chill uncovered until cold and firm, at least 2 hours and up to 1 day.
  • Beat 1 cup cream in medium bowl until firm peaks form. Cut cheesecake lengthwise into 3 strips; cut each strip into 5 bars. Transfer bars to platter. Dollop whipped cream atop each bar. Sprinkle with crisp crumb mixture from pie dish.

Cristopher Soto
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I can't wait to try these bars! They look so delicious.


Nabin BK
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These bars are the perfect pick-me-up. They're always a welcome treat.


MD Nobir Hossain
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I love the way these bars look. They're so elegant and sophisticated.


Vuvu Mavo
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These bars are so rich and decadent. They're perfect for a special occasion, but they're also great for everyday snacking.


Edith Beaulieu
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I'm not a fan of coffee desserts, but I thought I'd give these bars a try. I'm glad I did! They were surprisingly delicious.


Mario Zapata
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my bars didn't turn out as creamy as I expected. I'm not sure what I did wrong.


Farhad shaxseane fff
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These bars are a bit too sweet for my taste, but I know that's just a personal preference. They're still very good, and I would definitely make them again.


zo carter
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I've made these bars several times now, and they're always perfect. I love that I can always count on them to turn out well.


AB Tufayl
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These bars are so easy to make, and they're always a hit with my friends and family.


brucer rw499
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I love the combination of coffee and chocolate in these bars. It's a match made in heaven.


Joe Delafuente
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These bars are so rich and creamy. They're perfect for a special occasion.


Sifiso Mbhele
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I'm not a huge fan of coffee, but I loved these bars. The coffee flavor was just right.


Hastana Hastananeupane
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These bars are always a crowd-pleaser. I've made them for potlucks, bake sales, and even just for my family and friends. They're always a hit!


Umar Chinee
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The cappuccino flavor is subtle but delicious. It's the perfect way to enjoy a coffee dessert without it being too overpowering.


Bumbl3bee
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I love how easy these bars are to make. I always have the ingredients on hand, so I can whip them up at a moment's notice.


Zabiullah Akhllas
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These cheesecake bars were a hit at my party! They were creamy, flavorful, and had the perfect amount of coffee flavor.