Ingredients
– 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
– ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
– 1 cup sugar
– 3 (8 ounces each) packages cream cheese, softened
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 3 large eggs
– 1 cup dulce de leche (plus extra for drizzling on top)
– 1 cup sour cream
– 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
– Pinch of salt
Instructions
Follow these easy steps to create a delectable Dulce de Leche Cheesecake:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Prepare a 9-inch springform pan by greasing the sides and bottom.
2. Make the Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Stir until evenly mixed. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the springform pan to create the crust.
3. Bake the Crust: Bake the crust for about 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let it cool while preparing the filling.
4. Prepare the Filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese on medium speed until smooth and creamy. Add sugar, and mix until combined.
5. Add the Eggs: Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add vanilla extract and dulce de leche, and continue mixing until the filling is smooth.
6. Incorporate the Sour Cream: Blend in sour cream, flour, and a pinch of salt. Mix until fully incorporated and there are no lumps.
7. Pour the Filling: Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan. Smooth the top using a spatula.
8. Bake the Cheesecake: Bake the cheesecake in the preheated oven for about 60-70 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
9. Cool the Cheesecake: Turn the oven off and leave the cheesecake in the oven for about an hour with the door slightly ajar. This helps prevent cracking.
10. Chill: Remove from the oven, cool completely to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours or overnight for best results.
11. Serve: Drizzle extra dulce de leche on top of the chilled cheesecake before serving.
Following these steps will guide you towards crafting an incredible Dulce de Leche Cheesecake that is simply satisfying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60-70 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 32g
- Protein: 6g