Three iconic treats walk into your kitchen… and out comes the dreamiest dessert bar ever! These Snickerdoodle Cheesecake Bars combine everything you love about soft cookies, creamy cheesecake, and buttery bars into one irresistible square.
With layers of cinnamon sugar, rich vanilla cookie dough, and tangy cream cheese, this dessert is a crowd-pleaser that disappears in minutes. Whether you’re baking for the holidays, a potluck, or a weekend treat, this recipe is as fun to make as it is to eat!
✨ Why You’ll Love These Bars
✔ Snickerdoodle cookie flavor in every bite
✔ Rich, creamy cheesecake layer (so satisfying!)
✔ Soft, chewy blondie base—no chocolate needed
✔ A cinnamon sugar topping that crackles beautifully
✔ Easy to make and picky-eater approved!
This dessert is like a warm hug in bar form. Perfect for sharing… or not 😋
🧰 Tools You’ll Need
✔ 9×13 baking pan
✔ Parchment paper or nonstick spray
✔ Stand mixer or hand mixer
✔ Mixing bowls
✔ Offset spatula
✔ Rubber spatula
✔ Cooling rack
🧂 Key Ingredients & Why
✨ These layers are what make this dessert magical:
🧀 Cream Cheese
The base of your cheesecake layer. Softened cream cheese gives a rich, tangy contrast
🍳 Eggs & Vanilla
Used in both layers for structure and flavor. Vanilla adds that warm, bakery scent we all crave.
🧈 Butter
Room-temp butter makes your cookie dough smooth and spreadable. It brings the melt-in-your-mouth texture to life.
🍬 Granulated + Brown Sugar
Brown sugar adds moisture and chew, while granulated sugar brings crisp edges and sweetness.
🍂 Cinnamon
Signature snickerdoodle spice! Don’t skimp—it’s what sets this dessert apart.
🍥 Cinnamon Sugar Topping
Sprinkled twice—for flavor and that classic snickerdoodle crunch!
👩🍳 How to Make Snickerdoodle Cheesecake Bars
These layered cookie bars are easier than they look! Here’s the quick rundown:
- Prep the pan – Grease or line a 9×13 baking dish. Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Cinnamon sugar – Mix 2 Tbsp sugar + 1 tsp cinnamon. Set aside.
- Cheesecake layer – Beat cream cheese + sugar until fluffy. Add eggs + vanilla.
- Snickerdoodle dough – Cream butter + sugars, then add eggs + vanilla. Mix in flour, cinnamon, salt, and baking soda.
- Assemble – Press 2/3 of dough into pan. Sprinkle with half the cinnamon sugar. Spread cheesecake filling on top.
- Top it off – Crumble remaining dough over cheesecake layer. Sprinkle rest of cinnamon sugar.
- Bake – 35–40 minutes, until edges are set and center is slightly jiggly.
- Cool completely before slicing. Store in fridge.
📜 Full step-by-step recipe below!
💡 Tips & Tricks
✅ Use room-temp cream cheese for a super smooth cheesecake layer
✅ Don’t overmix the dough once the flour goes in
✅ Chill before slicing for cleaner cuts
✅ Use the palm of your hand to press dough evenly into the pan
✅ Want thicker bars? Bake in an 8×8 and increase bake time slightly
👩🍳 Gemma’s Pro Chef Tips
🔸 Soften ingredients ahead of time — Cold butter or cream cheese will ruin the texture. Let them sit out at room temp for at least an hour.
🔸 Don’t overbake — The cheesecake layer should be just set and a little jiggly in the center. It will firm up as it cools.
🔸 Cinnamon sugar hack — Mix a pinch of nutmeg into the topping for an extra cozy twist.
🔸 Storage tip — Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge. These bars are even better on day 2!
🧊 How to Store
Let cool completely. Store in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days. You can also freeze individual bars for up to 1 month—just thaw in the fridge before serving!
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Snickerdoodle Cheesecake Bars: The Ultimate Triple Threat Dessert 🎉🍪🍰
Description
These Snickerdoodle Cheesecake Bars are the ultimate dessert mashup! Imagine buttery blondie dough, tangy cheesecake, and a crackly cinnamon sugar crust all layered into soft, chewy squares. Perfect for potlucks, holidays, or just because, they come together easily and are always a crowd favorite.
Ingredients
🧀 Cheesecake Layer
🍪 Snickerdoodle Layer
🌟 Cinnamon Sugar Topping
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease or line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
Mix cinnamon sugar in a small bowl and set aside.
Make cheesecake layer:
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Beat softened cream cheese with sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add eggs and vanilla. Mix until smooth. Set aside.
Make snickerdoodle dough:
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In a bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
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In a separate bowl, cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
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Beat in eggs and vanilla.
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Add dry ingredients and mix just until combined.
Assemble:
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Press 2/3 of the cookie dough into the prepared pan.
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Sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar over it.
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Spread cheesecake mixture evenly over dough.
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Crumble remaining cookie dough over cheesecake layer.
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Sprinkle with remaining cinnamon sugar.
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Bake for 35–40 minutes, until edges are set and center is slightly jiggly.
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Cool completely before slicing. Store leftovers in the fridge.
🍰 Makes about 24 bars
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❄️ Best enjoyed chilled or at room temperature. Perfect for potlucks, bake sales, or cozy nights in!