Dulce de Leche Cheesecake Bars Recipe
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of these Dulce de Leche Cheesecake Bars. A buttery graham cracker crust topped with a luscious cheesecake layer swirled with decadent dulce de leche, these bars are a delightful treat for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 5 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: 16 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Latin American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Graham Cracker Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling:
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping:
- 1 cup dulce de leche (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Prepare the crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the pan.
- Make the filling: Beat cream cheese and sugar. Add eggs and vanilla. Pour half over crust.
- Add dulce de leche: Dollop half of the dulce de leche over the batter and swirl. Repeat with remaining batter and dulce de leche.
- Bake: Bake for 40-45 minutes until set. Cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Optional: Drizzle warm heavy cream over bars before serving.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese for a smooth batter.
- For homemade dulce de leche, simmer sweetened condensed milk until caramelized.
- Bars keep well refrigerated for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
