Saturday, September 3, 2011

Chocolate~Dipped Cheesecake Bars

Do you want an easy, decadent dessert that is sure to elicit ooooohs and aaaaaahs from friends and family? If  the answer is "Yes", then you've come to the right place, my friend! 

Food Network magazine (July/August 2011) mentioned a place (un-named) in California that serves chocolate-dipped cheesecake and I knew immediately that I would be making my own chocolate-dipped cheesecake, on a stick, of course:)

To make it super simple I bought a cheesecake, and as a bonus it was already sliced into wedges, just waiting to be dipped.  I picked a cheesecake sampler which included fabulous flavors: peanut butter, strawberry, turtle, and chocolate chip..something to please everyone.

I chose the strawberry swirl version to try, and it was deeeeelicious!

What fun it would be to cover each bar with an ingredient that would hint to what's under the chocolate~peanut butter chips, mini chocolate chips, dehydrated strawberries, or a drizzle of caramel.

I think I may try this in the fall with a pumpkin cheesecake. I can just imagine...

Chocolate~dipped Cheesecake Bars

Ingredients:
1 frozen store-bought 9-inch cheesecake, cut into 12 wedges
2 pounds melting chocolate (I used chocolate bark)

Directions:
1.  Remove frozen cheesecake from the freezer and insert a popsicle stick about 2-inches into each wedge(If it's difficult, make a small slit with a sharp knife to get it started).
2.  Place the cheesecake back in the freezer until it is frozen solid.
3.  Melt the chocolate according to package directions (I used the microwave). I placed the chocolate in a deep, small-ish bowl to make dipping easier. Stir melted chocolate until smooth.
4. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil (shiny side up).  Take a cheescake pop from the freezer(one at a time), hold it by the stick and dip into the chocolate (I used a spatula to make sure each was completely covered).  Let the excess chocolate drip off over the bowl, and then lay the bar on the aluminum foil. If you want to add decorations, do so at this point.  Repeat with each wedge.  Freeze (if needed) for about 15 minutes.              Serve and enjoy!
 
Linked to:
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44 comments:

  1. ErinSeptember 3, 2011 at 8:33 PM

    Oh my heck!!! I about fell off of my chair! These sounds so darn delicious!!! I wish I had a slice right now to munch on while I'm reading this!

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  2. Olga LopezSeptember 3, 2011 at 8:59 PM

    Sounds great this recipe.
    Regards
    olga.

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  3. So DomesticatedSeptember 3, 2011 at 10:16 PM

    Yum, yum... can't wait to try dipping some cheesecakes!

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  4. AikoVenusSeptember 4, 2011 at 12:41 AM

    Those look really good! I was thinking of making a semi-raw vegan version of these with some strawberry "cheesecake" soon.

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  5. PatriciaSeptember 4, 2011 at 2:43 AM

    Wowwwwwww, delicioso!!!!
    Could you send me one, pleaseeeeeeee ;-)

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  6. la vita è bella (life is beautiful)September 4, 2011 at 4:18 AM

    Hi!! It looks amazing!!

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  7. MrsFoxsSweetsSeptember 4, 2011 at 5:37 AM

    LOVE IT! That is such a neat idea! YUM!

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  8. Les rêves d'une boulangère (Brittany)September 4, 2011 at 5:45 AM

    Oh my gosh! What a naughty, but yummy, treat! What a fabulous idea too! I am super impressed.

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  9. HanielaSeptember 4, 2011 at 5:51 AM

    This is fun! What a cool idea Sue, seriously you have amazing ideas!♥

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  10. Barbara BakesSeptember 4, 2011 at 12:04 PM

    This is such a fabulous idea! Wish I could reach in and grab one.

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  11. MelSeptember 4, 2011 at 12:58 PM

    Yummy this seems like a simple but tasty dessert!

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  12. Yummy MummySeptember 4, 2011 at 3:00 PM

    THAT looks delicious!

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  13. Lorraine @ Not Quite NigellaSeptember 4, 2011 at 4:09 PM

    What a great idea! I mean how do you make cheesecake even better? Put it on a stick and dip it in chocolate-genius idea Sue :)

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  14. Dorothy @ Crazy for CrustSeptember 4, 2011 at 4:37 PM

    I saw that in last months issue too! I ripped out the page and everything. Now I really want to try it! I'd love for you to link up on Tuesday with me at Crazy Sweet Tuesdays!

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  15. JacquelineSeptember 4, 2011 at 10:35 PM

    Rocky Mountain Chocolate just down the street does these and they are to die for. I have always thought of making them myself. Now I must. I never thought of trying the sampler - how decadently delicious! (One I won't look at the box for the fat grams that is for sure!!!)

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  16. HazelSeptember 5, 2011 at 5:26 AM

    You are magic! These look incredibleeeee!

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  17. Angie's RecipesSeptember 5, 2011 at 7:41 AM

    o my lord...where did you get all those crazy and creative ideas!!! I love those cheesecake bars on a stick!

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  18. Kim McCallieSeptember 5, 2011 at 11:45 AM

    What a great idea! Everyone loves cheesecake. You can also change up the sprinkles for the holidays. Love it! Thanks for sharing on Sweet Indulgences Sunday.

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  19. Trish - Sweetology101September 5, 2011 at 6:49 PM

    how do you go wrong with this...oh ya...you can't. :)

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  20. Natasha @ 5 Minutes Just for MeSeptember 5, 2011 at 8:57 PM

    Wow, that does look delicious! What a fun idea.

    Best wishes,
    Natasha @ 5 Minutes Just for Me

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  21. The Vanilla Bean BakerSeptember 6, 2011 at 1:14 PM

    Leave it to you to take this dessert idea to the next level! Awesome idea.

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  22. ValSeptember 6, 2011 at 2:27 PM

    I've made these before and they are incredible.

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  23. Nutmeg NannySeptember 6, 2011 at 6:57 PM

    If someone gave me some of these I would be in heaven!!!

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  24. KristenSeptember 7, 2011 at 4:18 AM

    Can you hear me moaning from Florida? What a decadent, amazing, wonderful treat! I think using a store bought cheesecake was the right way to go. It always seems firmer than my homemade versions. Cannot wait to try this.

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  25. KarlySeptember 7, 2011 at 5:40 AM

    What an awesome idea! Everything tastes better when dipped in chocolate and served on a stick! ;)

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  26. ErinSeptember 7, 2011 at 6:45 AM

    Yum! I have never seen such a thing before. What a great idea! Looks so decadent and delicious!

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  27. XiaoluSeptember 7, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    Oh yum! I haven't had a good cheesecake in a good long while -- I think it's time to end the drought =D.

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  28. bridget {bake at 350}September 7, 2011 at 12:46 PM

    I'm not sure it gets any better than chocolate-dipped cheesecake! Oh my!

    We were at a restaurant last weekend and they served chocolate-dipped pecan pie. It was sinfully rich...but I think I like this idea better!

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  29. Christina @ This Woman Cooks!September 7, 2011 at 1:45 PM

    This is awesome! Love this.

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  30. AbbySeptember 7, 2011 at 3:41 PM

    What a great idea! They look delicious.

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  31. LeslieSeptember 8, 2011 at 6:55 PM

    Oh my, these look good!!
    Hi there, I'm your newest follower and I'm excited to check out your blog some more! I have a terrible sweet tooth, and it looks like you have a some good remedies for that! ;)

    Blessings,
    Leslie

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  32. JerriSeptember 8, 2011 at 10:17 PM

    What a cute idea! And they sound yummy! I'd like to invite you to link up at my Friday Favorites party!

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  33. Jen @ tatertotsandjello.comSeptember 9, 2011 at 7:19 PM

    Wow - those look amazing!! I featured them on my TT&J facebook page. I wish I had one right now :)

    xoxo
    Jen

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  34. KaranSeptember 9, 2011 at 7:26 PM

    Oh my gosh those sound awesome. And pumpkin would be delicious I am sure.

    Karan

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  35. The Better BakerSeptember 9, 2011 at 8:45 PM

    Grandiose idea! Cheesecake is one of my all time favorite things and this is just so doggone cute! I just bought some choco almond bark today...now I know what I'll be doing with it. Thanks so much -

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  36. MySweetCreationsSeptember 9, 2011 at 9:07 PM

    I watched the episode you are referring to! I thought the dipped cheesecake looked amazing and it is neat to see you trying it out!

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  37. shopanniesSeptember 10, 2011 at 7:11 AM

    what a terrific fall treat love chocolate dipped cheese cake and the way yours are dressed up a bit come see me at http://shopannies.blogspot.com

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  39. Cake DuchessSeptember 13, 2011 at 7:05 PM

    chocolate dipped cheesecake...my head is spinning. This looks decadent and delicious, Sue:)

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  40. Kavi...September 14, 2011 at 8:13 AM

    First Time here! Oh soooo lovely!!!!!!!
    -
    Kavi |
    Edible Entertainment

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  41. BarbaraSeptember 19, 2011 at 6:08 AM

    MOMtrepreneur Baker of the Day: Chocolate dipped Cheesecake Bars
    http://barbarasbeat.blogspot.com/2011/09/momtrepreneur-baker-of-day-chocolate.html

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  42. AnonymousSeptember 26, 2011 at 6:19 PM

    Re-Donk-U-Lous....they look awful, just awful. Terrible.

    My hips thank you!;)

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  43. Mommy Hates CookingOctober 18, 2011 at 8:06 AM

    Great post! I'm linking this to recipelionblog.com!

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  44. Corey @ Family Fresh MealsDecember 4, 2011 at 10:23 AM

    WOW! My husband would go wild for these! And I could easily make them look like Christmas Trees too! Fun! We love cheesecake :)
    PS. I am your newest follower :) Fun blog!

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