Directions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper or aluminum foil, lightly greasing the paper or foil. Set aside.

2. 2

   Add the Golden Oreo cookies to a food processor and pulse until they break down into fine, even crumbs.

3. 3

   Transfer the Oreo crumbs to a medium mixing bowl.

4. 4

   Pour the melted butter over the crushed Oreos and stir until the mixture is well combined and resembles damp sand.

5. 5

   Press the crust mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of your prepared baking dish using a large spatula or the bottom of a measuring cup. Ensure an even layer across the entire bottom.

6. 6

   In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and egg on medium speed for 3 to 5 minutes until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

7. 7

   Add the white granulated sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture and beat until fully incorporated.

8. 8

   Gently fold the chopped Reese's Cups into the cheesecake filling until evenly distributed.

9. 9

   Spoon the cheesecake filling over the crust layer, spreading it evenly to the edges using a spatula.

10. 10

    Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until the cheesecake is set (it should not jiggle when the pan is gently shaken) and the edges are lightly browned.

11. 11

    Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool to room temperature for about 30 minutes.

12. 12

    Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or preferably overnight, until fully chilled and set.

13. 13

    Carefully lift the parchment or foil out of the baking dish. Cut into 9 equal squares and serve chilled.