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Dulce de Leche Cheesecake Bars: Indulge in Delightful Bliss!

Indulge in these delightful Dulce de Leche Cheesecake Bars, featuring a creamy cheesecake filling with a rich dulce de leche swirl on a buttery graham cracker crust.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 9 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 16 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup dulce de leche divided
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • Pinch of salt

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9x9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 2 tablespoons of sugar. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the crust.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy. Add ¾ cup of dulce de leche, ¾ cup of sugar, and mix until well combined.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, add the vanilla extract, flour, and a pinch of salt. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Pour the cheesecake batter over the prepared crust in the baking pan. Drizzle the remaining ¼ cup of dulce de leche over the top and use a knife or toothpick to swirl it into the batter for a marbled effect.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly. Remove from the oven and let cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set completely.
  7. Once chilled, cut into bars and serve. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 5gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20g

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, try adding a teaspoon of espresso powder to the cheesecake batter.
  • You can also substitute the graham cracker crust with an Oreo crust for a chocolatey twist.

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