Name: Caramel Swirl Cookie Dough Cheesecake Bars
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 200 g Graham Crackers, Crushed: Provides a sturdy, crumbly base.; 60 g Unsalted Butter, Melted (for crust): Binds the crust together.; 400 g Cream Cheese, Softened: Creates a rich, creamy filling.; 100 g Granulated Sugar (cheesecake): Adds sweetness and smooth texture.; 2 Large Eggs: Provides structure and richness.; 120 g Sour Cream: Adds tanginess and moisture.; 1 tsp Vanilla Extract (cheesecake): Enhances the flavor.; 1 tbsp Lemon Juice: Brightens the flavors.; 120 g All-Purpose Flour: Provides structure.; 60 g Unsalted Butter, Softened (cookie dough): Creates a tender, chewy dough.; 50 g Brown Sugar: Adds molasses-like flavor.; 30 g Granulated Sugar (cookie dough): Complements the brown sugar.; 1/2 tsp Salt: Enhances flavors.; 1 tsp Vanilla Extract (cookie dough): Boosts flavor.; 2 tbsp Milk: Binds the dough.; 100 g Mini Chocolate Chips: Adds chocolatey goodness.; 150 g Granulated Sugar (caramel glaze): Forms the base of the glaze.; 60 ml Water: Dissolves the sugar.; 120 ml Heavy Cream: Adds richness and smoothness.; 30 g Unsalted Butter (caramel glaze): Adds shine and flavor.; 1/2 tsp Flaky Sea Salt (caramel glaze): Balances sweetness.; Extra Flaky Sea Salt & Mini Chocolate Chips (for garnish): For final touch.

Description

Indulge in these Caramel Swirl Cookie Dough Cheesecake Bars, a delightful combination of creamy cheesecake, chewy cookie dough, and rich caramel. This dessert is perfect for any occasion and guaranteed to satisfy your sweet cravings.

Ingredients

Scale

200 g Graham Crackers, Crushed: Provides a sturdy, crumbly base.
60 g Unsalted Butter, Melted (for crust): Binds the crust together.
400 g Cream Cheese, Softened: Creates a rich, creamy filling.
100 g Granulated Sugar (cheesecake): Adds sweetness and smooth texture.
2 Large Eggs: Provides structure and richness.
120 g Sour Cream: Adds tanginess and moisture.
1 tsp Vanilla Extract (cheesecake): Enhances the flavor.
1 tbsp Lemon Juice: Brightens the flavors.
120 g All-Purpose Flour: Provides structure.
60 g Unsalted Butter, Softened (cookie dough): Creates a tender, chewy dough.
50 g Brown Sugar: Adds molasses-like flavor.
30 g Granulated Sugar (cookie dough): Complements the brown sugar.
1/2 tsp Salt: Enhances flavors.
1 tsp Vanilla Extract (cookie dough): Boosts flavor.
2 tbsp Milk: Binds the dough.
100 g Mini Chocolate Chips: Adds chocolatey goodness.
150 g Granulated Sugar (caramel glaze): Forms the base of the glaze.
60 ml Water: Dissolves the sugar.
120 ml Heavy Cream: Adds richness and smoothness.
30 g Unsalted Butter (caramel glaze): Adds shine and flavor.
1/2 tsp Flaky Sea Salt (caramel glaze): Balances sweetness.
Extra Flaky Sea Salt & Mini Chocolate Chips (for garnish): For final touch.

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Instructions

Prepare the Crust: Crush graham crackers and combine with melted butter.
Press the Crust: Press mixture into a parchment-lined 9×13 inch pan.
Bake the Crust: Bake at 175°C (350°F) for 10 minutes.
Make Cookie Dough: Combine flour, sugars, and salt; cut in butter.
Form the Dough: Stir in vanilla and milk; fold in chocolate chips.
Prepare Cheesecake: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth; add eggs one at a time.
Add Cheesecake Ingredients: Mix in sour cream, lemon juice, and vanilla.
Assemble Cheesecake: Pour batter over crust.
Create the Swirl: Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough and swirl.
Bake Cheesecake: Bake for 30-35 minutes until set.
Cool Cheesecake: Cool in oven for 1 hour, then refrigerate.
Make Caramel Glaze: Cook sugar and water until amber; whisk in cream and butter.
Glaze & Garnish: Drizzle glaze over chilled cheesecake and garnish.

Notes

For a cleaner cut, chill the cheesecake thoroughly before glazing. Don’t stir the caramel while cooking to prevent crystallization.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 450 kcal
Sugar: 30 g
Sodium: 200 mg
Fat: 25 g
Saturated Fat: 15 g
Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 45 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 5 g
Cholesterol: 75 mg