Ingredients:
For the Crust:
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup melted butter
For the Cheesecake Filling:
16 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup dulce de leche
For the Chocolate Swirl:
1/2 cup chocolate chips
2 tbsp butter
For the Topping:
Dulce de leche, for drizzling
Chocolate shavings (optional)
Instructions:
Preparation: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing the sides to overhang for easy removal.
Crust: In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press evenly into the bottom of your prepared pan.
Cheesecake Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, fully incorporating after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract and dulce de leche. Pour over the crust.
Chocolate Swirl: Melt chocolate chips and butter in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second bursts, stirring until smooth. Drizzle over the cheesecake filling. Swirl with a knife or toothpick to create a marbled effect.
Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set.
Cool: Let cool completely in the pan, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
Finish: Using the parchment overhang, lift the cheesecake from the pan. Drizzle with more dulce de leche and sprinkle with chocolate shavings if desired.
Serve: Cut into squares and serve chilled.
Additional Tips:
Enhance the topping by adding chopped nuts or a sprinkle of sea salt.
Try different types of chocolate for the swirl, like dark or white chocolate, to vary the flavor.
Enjoy these Dulce de Leche Chocolate Cheesecake Bars as a luxurious treat that blends the creamy texture of cheesecake with the deep flavors of chocolate and caramel, perfect for any dessert lover.
