Description
This Dulce De Leche Caramel Cheesecake is an indulgent dessert that layers creamy cheesecake filling with rich swirls of dulce de leche on a buttery graham cracker crust. Baked to perfection and topped with more caramel, it’s a luscious treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Crust
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tbsp sugar
Filling
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 1 cup dulce de leche (divided: ½ cup for filling, ½ cup for swirl and topping)
Instructions
- Make the Crust: Mix crushed graham crackers with melted butter and sugar. Press firmly into the bottom of a springform pan and bake at 350°F for 8 minutes. Let cool while preparing the filling.
- Prepare the Filling: Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and vanilla, mixing until combined. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in sour cream and heavy cream. Gently fold in ½ cup of dulce de leche.
- Assemble and Bake: Pour the filling over the crust and smooth the top. Drop spoonfuls of the remaining dulce de leche on top and swirl with a knife. Bake in a water bath at 325°F for 50–60 minutes until edges are set but center is slightly jiggly. Let cool gradually, then chill for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Topping and Garnish: Drizzle more dulce de leche on top before serving. Optionally garnish with whipped cream, crushed toffee, sea salt flakes, or caramel shards.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients for the smoothest filling.
- A water bath helps prevent cracks and ensures even baking.
- Chill overnight for best texture and flavor.
- Warm your knife with hot water and wipe between slices for clean cuts.
- Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
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