Did you know that Cinnamon Toast Crunch comes in a chocolate variety? I didn’t until a few months ago. Man, is that stuff addicting!
When I was brainstorming ideas for #Choctoberfest this year, I knew I wanted to make some kind of cheesecake bar. So I thought… how about using Chocolate Toast Crunch in place of other common cheesecake additives just Oreos?
The result? A nostalgic dessert that combines the super sweet cereal with the tangy taste of cream cheese.
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Here’s the printable recipe, then scroll down to see more #Choctoberfest recipes being posted today!
Chocolate Toast Crunch Cheesecake Bars
A sweet bar with the nostalgic tastes of cereal
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 2 cups Chocolate Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 5 tablespoons butter melted
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Filling:
- 16 ounces cream cheese room temperature
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 1/2 cup Chocolate Toast Crunch cereal
Instructions
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For the crust, grind the cereal using a food processor and combine with other crust ingredients. Press into the bottom of a greased 8x8 pan and bake at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 minutes.
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Decrease the oven temperature to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Beat the cream cheese and sugar on high for 2-3 minutes until well combined.
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Add the sour cream, eggs, and vanilla and mix until well combined into a smooth filling.
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Put the cereal in a bag and use a rolling pin to crunch it slightly (reserve about 1/4 cup for the top of the bars). You don't want a fine powder, just broken pieces. Fold into the filling by hand.
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Pour the filling into the crush and sprinkle with the remaining cereal.
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Bake for 35 minutes until the filling is no longer jiggly and starting to brown. Allow to cool completely and chill before serving.
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Great way to use up leftover cereal too. YUM
Whoa!! These are a total game changer!! LOVE this idea!! Cheesecake anything is my favorite, and with the cinnamon cereal?! Omg… !!
These looks tempting and great for a quick bite or breakfast.