Irresistible Caramel Cheesecake Bars

Caramel Love: Irresistible Caramel Cheesecake Bars

Do you share my deep appreciation for caramel? If so, these Caramel Cheesecake Bars are about to become your new obsession. Indulge in the decadence of creamy cheesecake on a graham cracker crust, topped with a rich caramel layer that takes this dessert to a whole new level.

Ingredients

Graham Cracker Crust:

• 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup melted butter

Cheesecake Filling:

• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla
• 4 eggs
• 1/2 cup sour cream

Caramel Topping:

• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 6 tablespoons butter
• 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
• 2 tablespoons corn syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

Crust:

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.
3. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9 x 13-inch baking dish sprayed with nonstick cooking spray; set aside.

Cheesecake Filling:

1. In another mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
2. Beat in eggs one at a time.
3. Add sour cream and mix again until smooth.
4. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the prepared crust, smooth the top, and bake for 50 minutes.
5. Turn off the oven, open the door, and let the cheesecake sit in the warm oven for 15 minutes.
6. Remove from the oven and let cool for an hour.

Caramel Topping:

1. Combine brown sugar and butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
2. Stir continuously until the butter is melted and the sugar is dissolved.
3. Whisk in condensed milk, corn syrup, and vanilla, bringing it to a boil while stirring continuously.
4. Place a candy thermometer in the caramel mixture and continue to boil until it reaches 225 degrees F (or reaches the soft ball stage if you don’t have a thermometer).
5. Let the caramel cool in the pan for 3-5 minutes, then pour it over the cheesecake.
6. Smooth and let it set until cool.
7. Cut into squares and serve.

Notes

You can refrigerate these bars overnight and savor their delightful goodness the next day. Get ready for a caramel-infused journey of flavor! 🌟✨