The Ultimate Trifecta Bar

ByLisa
The Ultimate Trifecta Bars
This isn’t just a dessert; it’s an architectural feat of pure indulgence, a three-tiered monument to everything delicious in the world of sweets. The other night, while contemplating my favorite flavors, I had a dangerous idea: why keep them separate when they could unite in a single, glorious creation? And thus, “The Ultimate Trifecta Bar” was born.  This dessert is not for the faint of heart, but for the true dessert enthusiast. It’s an edible tower of power, designed to challenge the limits of your sweet tooth.

 

The Anatomy of Indulgence:
  • Layer 1: The Foundation (Fudgy Brownie)
    We start with a base that’s more than just a base. This isn’t a dry cake-brownie; it’s a deeply fudgy, dense layer that provides the rich, chocolatey anchor for everything layered above it. It’s the sturdy foundation that ensures every single bite is grounded in chocolate perfection.
  • Layer 2: The Core (Decadent Cheesecake)
    Next up, we have a thick, velvety layer of classic cheesecake. Its creamy, tangy profile is the perfect counterpoint to the intense chocolate below, providing a luxurious, smooth center that is both rich and refreshing. It’s the sophisticated middle sibling tying the whole family together.
  • Layer 3: The Crown (Cookie Dough Frosting)
    And for the grand finale, the crowning glory: a generous spread of irresistible cookie dough frosting. We’re talking brown sugar, butter, and mini chocolate chips galore. It brings a playful, nostalgic crunch and sweetness to the top.

This creation is incredibly rich and packed with flavor and texture that a little goes a long way. It’s the perfect treat for sharing… or for savoring solo over several days.

 

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The Ultimate Trifecta Bar

Ingredients

Brownie layer:

  • 1/2 C butter
  • 3/4 C sugar
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
  • 1/3 C cocoa powder
  • 1/2 C flour
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. baking powder

Cheesecake layer:

  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 3 Tbsp. butter softened
  • 1/3 C sugar
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 1 Tbsp. flour

Cookie Dough Frosting:

  • 1/2 C butter softened
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 C powdered sugar
  • 4 Tbsp. brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 C flour
  • 1/4 C cool whip
  • 1 C mini chocolate chips

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees; grease an 8″ x 8″ pan.

  • Over low heat, melt butter in a pan.
  • Remove from heat; stir in the sugar, beaten eggs, vanilla, cocoa powder, flour, salt and baking powder. Mix until combined.
  • Pour into prepared pan and set aside.
  • For the cheesecake layer, cream together the cream cheese and butter.
  • Add the sugar, egg, vanilla and flour; mix until creamy.
  • Evenly spread on top of the brownie layer.
  • Bake for 28-30 minutes; until the edges get a little brown. Allow to cool.
  • For the frosting, cream together the butter and cream cheese.
  • Mix in the powdered sugar, brown sugar, pure vanilla and flour.
  • Fold in the cool whip and chocolate chips.
  • Once the brownie/cheesecake layer is cool, spread the frosting on.
  • Place in the fridge for about two hours to set up.
  • Slice, serve and enjoy!
Step by step photo instructions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees; grease an 8″ x 8″ pan.
 
Over low heat, melt butter in a pan.
 
 
Remove from heat; stir in the sugar, beaten eggs, vanilla, cocoa powder, flour, salt and baking powder.  Mix until combined.
 Pour into prepared pan and set aside.
For the cheesecake layer, cream together the cream cheese and butter.
Add the sugar, egg, vanilla and flour; mix until creamy.
Evenly spread on top of the brownie layer.
Bake for 28-30 minutes; until the edges get a little brown.  Allow to cool.
For the frosting, cream together the butter and cream cheese.
Mix in the powdered sugar, brown sugar, pure vanilla and flour.
Fold in the cool whip and chocolate chips.
Once the brownie/cheesecake layer is cool, spread the frosting on.
Place in the fridge for about two hours to set up.  Slice, serve and enjoy!

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23 Comments

  1. Drool! I love cookie dough frosting! That loOks so good! Stopping by from the like party!

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  4. OMG, I'm dying here! This looks so yummy, I just might have to go get busy in the kitchen since it's raining here in sunny California today. Thanks so much for linking up to Creative Thursday this week. I can’t wait to see what you link up next week. Have a great weekend.

    Michelle

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  5. Wow what a combo… divinely inspired. Thanks for sharing it on foodie friday.

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  6. Those look absolutely delish! Thanks so much for sharing at Toot Your Horn Tuesday. Hope you are enjoying your weekend!

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  7. What a great summertime dessert, we will really enjoy this recipe! Hope you are having a great week end and thank you so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday.
    Come Back Soon!
    Miz Helen

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  8. Totally my kind of dessert! YUM! Thank you so much for linking up to Fabulous Friday! Have a sweet weekend!

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  12. These would also be 3 of our favorite layers!! This looks so delicious! We appreciate you linking up to our "Strut Your Stuff Saturday." We love seeing all of the great recipes and fun ideas! Hope to see you again next week! -The Sisters

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  13. Oh My! I just drooled all over my keyboard! This is amazing! I have got to try it. Thank you so ever much for sharing this at Freedom Fridays. I am totally pinning it so I will not forget (not gonna happen) See you on Friday

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  21. Now that is a brownie done right!!! What I would give for a huge slice right now:-)

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