Indulge in the ultimate dessert mashup - these Cookie Dough Cheesecake Bars! Rich, gooey, and utterly divine, these bars combine the best of both worlds. Made with @Chosen Foods Avocado Oil Shortening, it has the perfect texture and a neutral flavor that lets the cookie dough and cheesecake shine. Plus, with @chosenfoods Avocado Oil Spray, you’ll get an easy release from the pan every time! #ChosenPartner Ingredients Cheesecake Layer: 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, room temperature 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar 1 tsp cornstarch 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 2 tbsp (30g) sour cream, room temperature 1 large egg, room temperature Cookie Layer: 1/2 cup (115g) Chosen Foods shortening, melted and cooled 1/2 cup (100g) light brown sugar 1/3 cup (65g) granulated sugar 1 large egg, room temperature 1 tbsp (15g) vanilla extract 1 1/4 cups (160g) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp flaky sea salt 3/4 cup (120g) semi-sweet chocolate chips 1/2 cup (60g) chocolate melting wafers Method 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper. 2. Prepare the cheesecake layer: Whisk the cream cheese, egg, vanilla, cornstarch, sour cream, and sugar until smooth. 3. Prepare the cookie dough layer: In a bowl, mix the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside. In a separate bowl, combine the melted shortening, brown sugar, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla. Whisk for 1-2 minutes until the paste forms. Combine the dry ingredients into the wet batter and gently fold until just combined. Add chocolate chips and mix with a spatula. Do not overmix. 4. Transfer 3/4 of the cookie dough to the prepared pan. Reserve the rest for topping. Add a layer of chocolate wafers. 5. Top with the cheesecake mixture and add the remaining cookie dough mixture on top. Add some chocolate wafers. 6. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the edges are golden and the center is slightly fudgy. 7. Let cool completely before cutting and serving. #cheesecake #cookiedough #dessertbars #Recipe #baking - @iramsfoodstory