Salted Caramel Cheesecake Bars
Prep
20 mins
Cook
40 mins
Servings
12
Difficulty
Easy
These salted caramel cheesecake bars are my go to dessert when I want something impressive without spending all day in the kitchen. With just 40 minutes of baking time, they come together quickly and easily, making them perfect for weeknight indulgences or last minute gatherings. The cream cheese base provides probiotics and protein that support gut health, while that buttery graham cracker crust and ribbons of salted caramel create pure decadence. The flaky sea salt on top adds a sophisticated touch that makes these feel far more fancy than the minimal effort required. Trust me, these bars will become a favorite in your baking rotation.
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Ingredients
- 250 ggraham cracker crumbs
- 120 gunsalted butter
- 800 ggranulated sugar
- 10 gsalt
- 4large eggs
- 1000 gcream cheese
- 200 gcaster sugar
- 300 mlheavy cream
- 250 gcaramel sauce
- 10 gflaky sea salt
- 10 mlvanilla extract
- 150 gall-purpose flour
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and line an 18x28cm baking dish with parchment paper.
- 2
In a medium bowl, mix together graham cracker crumbs and unsalted butter until well combined.
Tip: Press mixture into prepared baking dish.
- 3
Bake crust for 15 minutes, then set aside to cool.
Tip: Prepare a 20cm (8in) square baking dish by lining it with parchment paper.
- 4
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth, then add granulated sugar, salt, and vanilla extract. Mix until combined.
Tip: Beat in eggs one at a time, ensuring well combined.
- 5
In a separate bowl, whisk together heavy cream and caster sugar until stiff peaks form.
Tip: Fold in whipped cream until well combined.
- 6
Pour cheesecake batter into cooled crust and smooth top.
Tip: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until set.
- 7
Remove from oven and let cool completely in the pan.
Tip: Once cooled, drizzle with caramel sauce and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
- 8
Cut into bars and serve.
Tip: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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