Dulce de Leche Cheesecake Bars combine the rich and creamy flavors of cheesecake with the indulgent sweetness of dulce de leche, a caramel-like sauce made from sweetened condensed milk. These bars offer a delightful blend of textures and flavors, making them a favorite dessert for many. Here’s a basic recipe to make Dulce de Leche Cheesecake Bars:
Ingredients:
Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling:
- 16 oz (2 blocks) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup dulce de leche sauce, plus extra for drizzling
Dulce de Leche Topping:
- 1/2 cup dulce de leche sauce
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
- In a bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter for the crust. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to create an even crust layer.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and 1/4 cup of dulce de leche sauce until well combined.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the graham cracker crust and smooth the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
- Remove the baking pan from the oven and let the cheesecake bars cool to room temperature. Then, refrigerate them for several hours or until completely chilled and firm.
- Once the cheesecake bars are chilled, drizzle the remaining dulce de leche sauce over the top.
- Use the parchment paper overhang to lift the cheesecake out of the pan. Place it on a cutting board and slice it into bars.
- Serve the Dulce de Leche Cheesecake Bars chilled. You can optionally drizzle more dulce de leche sauce over each individual bar before serving.
These bars are a delightful combination of velvety cheesecake and the rich sweetness of dulce de leche. They make a great dessert for special occasions or whenever you’re craving a luxurious treat.
