Ingredients
Scale
Gathering your ingredients is like preparing for a little adventure in your kitchen. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1 box of brownie mix (plus ingredients listed on the package)
- 16 Oreo cookies, roughly chopped
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
If you’re missing something, don’t worry. You can substitute store-brand cookies for Oreos, or even swap in a homemade brownie recipe if you’re feeling ambitious. Just remember, in my kitchen, flexibility is key!
Instructions
Now, let’s get into the fun part—baking these beauties:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Prepare the brownie batter according to the package instructions. Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly.
- In a separate bowl, beat together the cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Gently spread the cream cheese mixture over the brownie layer in the pan.
- Sprinkle half of the chopped Oreos over the cheesecake layer, pressing them slightly into the mixture.
- Pour the remaining brownie batter over the top, spreading it gently to cover the Oreos and cheesecake layer.
- Top with the remaining chopped Oreos, pressing them slightly into the brownie batter.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle.
- Allow to cool in the pan before cutting into bars. Enjoy the gooey layers and the crunch of the Oreos!
One tip from my kitchen to yours: if you’re in a rush, pop them in the fridge to speed up the cooling process. But be warned, they might disappear faster than you can say “dessert’s ready!”
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: Oreo Cheesecake Brownie Bars, recipe, cooking, food
