Dulce de Leche Cheesecake Bars
Dulce de Leche Cheesecake Bars are an indulgent dessert that perfectly combines smooth, creamy cheesecake with the rich sweetness of caramelized dulce de leche. Set atop a buttery graham cracker crust, these bars offer a delightful contrast of flavors and textures in every bite. Perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a celebration or a cozy night in, these cheesecake bars are sure to impress and satisfy your sweet cravings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup dulce de leche
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter; press into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 10 minutes until golden.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour half of the cheesecake mixture over the crust; drizzle half of the dulce de leche on top and swirl together. Repeat with remaining mixture and dulce de leche.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until edges are set but center jiggles slightly. Cool completely before refrigerating for at least 4 hours.
- Cut into bars and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (75g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider mixing in chocolate chips or sprinkling sea salt on top before baking. - Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days or freeze individually wrapped bars for up to three months.