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Dulce de Leche Chocolate Cheesecake Bars

Indulge in rich and creamy Dulce de Leche Chocolate Cheesecake Bars that are perfect for dessert lovers. Easy to make and sure to impress!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 9 squares
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
  • 0.25 cups granulated sugar
For the cheesecake filling
  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup dulce de leche
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
For the topping
  • Extra dulce de leche for drizzling
  • Whipped cream (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix together graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until crumbly. Press firmly into the bottom of a greased 9x9 inch baking pan.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese on medium speed until smooth. Gradually add the sugar, mixing until blended.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in dulce de leche and vanilla extract until smooth and glossy, then fold in chocolate chips.
Baking
  1. Pour cheesecake filling over the pressed crust and bake for 30-35 minutes or until set but slightly jiggly in the middle.
Cooling
  1. Let the bars cool completely in the pan, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight.
Serving
  1. Cut into squares, drizzle with extra dulce de leche, and top with whipped cream if desired.

Notes

These bars can stay fresh for up to a week in the fridge. They can also be frozen if tightly wrapped. If you can't find dulce de leche, you can use caramel sauce as a substitute.