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Dulce de Leche Cheesecake Bars

Dulce de Leche Cheesecake Bars: Creamy Caramel Treats!

Indulge in these Dulce de Leche Cheesecake Bars that fuse creamy cheesecake with rich caramel flavors for a delightful dessert experience.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 48 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 8 minutes
Servings: 24 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 2 cups Graham Cracker Crumbs Alternatively, use whole graham crackers
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Optional
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Melted
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 oz Cream Cheese Softened
  • 1 cup Dulce de Leche Store-bought or homemade
  • 3 large Eggs Room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Adjust for pourable consistency

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Food Processor
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking pan
  • Spatula
  • Microwave

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and ground cinnamon. Stir in the melted unsalted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press into the bottom of a greased or lined 13x9-inch baking pan. Bake for about 10 minutes, then set aside to cool completely.
  2. In a food processor, blend the cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add the dulce de leche and mix until combined. Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is well incorporated before adding the next. Pour in the vanilla extract and blend until mixed.
  3. Dollop the cheesecake batter onto the cooled crust and spread evenly. Bake for approximately 38 minutes until puffed and slightly cracked. Allow to cool completely on a wire rack.
  4. In a microwave-safe bowl, mix together the dulce de leche and heavy cream. Heat in the microwave, stirring every 10 seconds until melted and smooth, adjusting cream for consistency if necessary.
  5. Once cooled, pour the dulce de leche topping evenly over the cheesecake. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set. Cut into 24 squares and sprinkle with flaky fleur de sel before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cheesecake bars can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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