Directions
Prepare the pans: Lightly grease two 8×8-inch or 9×9-inch glass baking dishes (or similar-size glass dishes) with a bit of cooking spray or butter so the bars release easily when sliced.
Soften the cream cheese: Place the cream cheese bricks on the counter for about 30–45 minutes so they soften. This helps everything blend smoothly and keeps the filling nice and creamy.
Blend the cream cheese: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a hand mixer (or a sturdy whisk) until smooth and free of lumps. Take a minute to scrape down the sides of the bowl so everything is well combined.
Add the cheesecake pie filling: Pour the ready-made cheesecake or cream cheese pie filling into the bowl with the whipped cream cheese. Beat or stir until the mixture is smooth and uniform. This is your creamy cheesecake layer.
Divide the cheesecake mixture:
