Dulce de Leche Cheesecake Bars Recipe

Buttery graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake filling, and golden dulce de leche swirls come together in these irresistible homemade cheesecake bars — rich, gooey, and perfectly balanced.

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American, Latin American

Prep Time: 25

Cook Time: 45

Chill Time: 4

Total Time: 5 10

Servings: bars

Calories: 365kcal

Cost: $12

Equipment

1 9x13 inch metal baking pan
1 Parchment paper
1 Hand or stand mixer
1 Mixing bowl set
1 Measuring cups and spoons
1 Offset spatula
1 Wire rack
1 Sharp knife

Ingredients

Graham Cracker Crust

2 cups graham cracker crumbs About 15 full crackers, crushed
0.25 cup granulated sugar Adds sweetness and binds crust
0.5 cup melted butter Provides richness and structure

Cream Cheese Filling

24 oz cream cheese Three 8-oz blocks, softened
0.75 cup granulated sugar Balances tangy cream cheese
3 large eggs Room temperature for smooth texture
1 tablespoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor
0.25 cup sour cream Adds creaminess, prevents cracks

Dulce de Leche Swirl

1 cup dulce de leche Main caramel ingredient
2 tablespoon heavy cream Thins dulce de leche for swirling

Instructions

Preheat oven to 325°F and line a 9x13 pan with parchment paper.
Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter; press into pan and bake for 10 minutes.
Beat cream cheese until smooth, then add sugar, eggs, vanilla, and sour cream.
Pour batter over cooled crust and smooth top.
Mix dulce de leche with cream; drop spoonfuls and swirl gently with a knife.
Bake 40–45 minutes until edges set and center slightly jiggles.
Cool in oven 30 minutes, then chill at least 4 hours before slicing.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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