
Dulce de Leche Cheesecake
Prep
30 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
8
Difficulty
Easy
This dulce de leche cheesecake is my go to dessert when I want something impressive but don't have all day. The whole thing comes together in just over an hour, and honestly, most of the work is just waiting for it to bake. Cream cheese is packed with calcium and protein, so you can feel a little better about indulging. The caramel sweetness of dulce de leche paired with that rich, creamy filling is absolutely irresistible, and the best part is you don't need any fancy equipment or hard to find ingredients. I make this constantly because it never fails to impress, and it's genuinely simple enough that even if you're new to baking, you can pull it off.
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Ingredients
- 250graham cracker crust
- 115butter
- 350sugar
- 4eggs
- 400cream cheese
- 400dulce de leche
- 200heavy cream
- 1vanilla extract
- 1salt
- 1cinnamon
- 1baking powder
- 120flour
- 150brown sugar
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C. Prepare the crust by mixing the graham cracker, butter, sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl until well combined. Press the mixture into a springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes.
Tip: Don't overbake the crust.
- 2
In a blender or food processor, blend the dulce de leche and heavy cream until smooth. In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and cream cheese until light and fluffy.
Tip: Use a high-powered blender for a smooth dulce de leche mixture.
- 3
Gradually add the sugar to the egg mixture, beating well after each addition. Beat in the vanilla extract.
Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl.
- 4
Add the flour, baking powder, and salt to the egg mixture, beating until just combined.
Tip: Don't overmix the batter.
- 5
Pour the dulce de leche mixture into the crust and smooth the top.
Tip: Use a spatula to get rid of any air bubbles.
- 6
Bake for 35 minutes or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
Tip: Avoid overbaking, as this can cause the cheesecake to crack.
- 7
Let the cheesecake cool completely in the pan before refrigerating it for at least 4 hours.
Tip: This will help the cheesecake set properly.
- 8
Release the springform pan sides and slice the cheesecake. Serve chilled.
Tip: Use a sharp knife to get clean slices.
- 9
Decorate the cheesecake with whipped cream or fresh fruit, if desired.
Tip: Get creative with your toppings!
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