Delicious Oreo cheesecake blondies with a creamy cheesecake layer sandwiched between a rich, buttery blondie base. Perfectly baked for a chewy texture and topped with crushed Oreos and optional white chocolate chips.
1: Preheat oven to 325°F and line a 9x9 pan.
2: In a bowl, combine cream cheese, granulated sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until smooth and set aside.
3: In another bowl, cream together melted butter and dark and light brown sugars until smooth.
4: Add vanilla and eggs to the butter mixture and mix well.
5: In a separate bowl, combine all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
6: Combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients until barely mixed (still see flour streaks).
7: Fold in chopped Oreos and white chocolate chips (if using).
8: Pour half of the blondie batter into the pan and spread evenly.
9: Spread the cream cheese layer on top of the blondie batter.
10: Pour the remaining blondie batter on top and spread evenly.
11: Optionally, sprinkle more Oreos and white chocolate chips on top before baking.
12: Bake for 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out almost clean.
