Description
These Dulce de Leche Cheesecake Bars combine creamy cheesecake with rich, caramelized dulce de leche swirls over a buttery graham cracker crust. Baked to perfection and chilled for the ultimate indulgence, these bars are an irresistible treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 3 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup dulce de leche (plus more for drizzling)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Crust
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined.
- Press mixture into the bottom of a 9×9-inch baking pan lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10 minutes, then let cool.
Step 2: Make the Cheesecake Filling
5. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
6. Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition.
7. Stir in vanilla extract and sour cream.
Step 3: Swirl in the Dulce de Leche
8. Warm ½ cup dulce de leche in the microwave for 20 seconds.
9. Pour cheesecake filling over the crust and drop spoonfuls of dulce de leche on top.
10. Use a knife to swirl the dulce de leche into the cheesecake.
Step 4: Bake and Chill
11. Bake for 45-50 minutes until edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
12. Let cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight).
Step 5: Slice and Serve
13. Lift out of the pan, slice into squares, and drizzle with extra dulce de leche if desired.
Notes
- Room Temperature Ingredients create a smoother cheesecake filling.
- Avoid Overbaking – the center should have a slight jiggle when done.
- Chill Thoroughly for the best texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: ~220mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 65mg