Ingredients
- 1 package (17.5 ounces) peanut butter cookie mix
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon water
- 2 eggs, room temperature (one for cookie mix)
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup Reese’s Pieces
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350° and place parchment paper in a 9×9 baking pan.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the cookie mix, oil, water and one egg, mixing until a soft dough forms.
3. Press a little more than half of the cookie dough into the bottom of the prepared baking pan and set aside.
4. In another bowl, beat together the cream cheese and brown sugar until smooth and creamy.
5. Add the vanilla and remaining egg, then continue beating until well combined.
6. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cookie layer in the pan.
7. Crumble the remaining cookie dough somewhat evenly over the top of the cream cheese mixture.
8. Sprinkle the Reese’s Pieces on top, pressing them down slightly into the bars.
9. Bake for 35-40 minutes until cookie dough is baked through and cheesecake is set.
10. Allow to cool to room temperature and then move to the refrigerator to cool completely before cutting into squares.
The inspiration for these delightfully delicious dessert bars can be found here.
Cooking With Jennie 