Indulge in Decadence: The Ultimate Dulce de Leche Cheesecake Recipe
A luscious cheesecake blending rich cream cheese and sweet dulce de leche, perfect for festive gatherings or a cozy treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 5 hours
- Yield: 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup dulce de leche
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- Optional: 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Press into bottom of pan.
- In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add 1 cup sugar, dulce de leche, and vanilla extract; blend until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed just until blended.
- Pour mixture over crust in springform pan.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes or until center is nearly set.
- Remove from oven, run knife around edge, and cool completely in pan on wire rack.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
For a crack-free top, use a water bath and avoid overmixing after adding eggs. Serve chilled with a drizzle of dulce de leche and fresh berries if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: cheesecake, dulce de leche, dessert, baked cheesecake
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