St. Patrick's Chocolate Mint Cheesecake Bars

Ingredients

• 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
• 3 tablespoons melted butter
• 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup mint chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons green food coloring
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• Whipped cream, for garnish

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2. In a small bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press into the prepared baking dish.
3. In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Beat in eggs, one at a time, until blended. Stir in both types of chocolate chips and food coloring. Pour over the crust.
4. Bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until center is almost set. Allow to cool completely before cutting into bars.
5. In a small saucepan, heat cream until just boiling. Remove from heat and stir in the remaining chocolate chips until melted. Drizzle over the cooled bars.
6. Garnish with whipped cream, if desired, and serve.

Interesting Facts

• This recipe is a great way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day.
• You can use any type of chocolate chips you prefer.
• Adding a few drops of green food coloring gives the bars a festive touch.
• These bars also make a great after-school snack or party treat.