Description
Neiman Marcus Bars are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that combines the flavors of blondies and cheesecake. These sweet treats feature a rich brown sugar base topped with a creamy layer of condensed milk, cream cheese, and chocolate chips, creating a gooey, indulgent bar that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2 cups brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
- Gradually add the flour until just blended.
- Spread the batter into the prepared baking pan.
- In another bowl, mix the sweetened condensed milk, cream cheese, and chocolate chips until smooth.
- Pour the mixture over the batter in the pan and spread it evenly.
- Sprinkle nuts on top if desired.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before cutting into squares.
Notes
- Make sure your butter is at room temperature for easy mixing.
- Don’t overmix the batter; just blend until combined to keep them soft.
- Feel free to add your favorite nuts or dried fruit for extra flavor.
- These bars can be frozen for up to three months if wrapped tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil.
- To make gluten-free, substitute regular flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- These bars can be served warm or at room temperature, and pair well with ice cream or whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: dessert bars, cream cheese bars, chocolate chip bars, blondie bars, easy dessert, baked goods, sweet treats