Creme Brulee Cheesecake Bars
Delicious dessert bars combining creamy cheesecake and a crunchy crust, topped with a caramelized sugar layer, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the crust
- 1 cup Graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup Butter, melted
- 1/4 cup Sugar
For the cheesecake filling
- 16 oz Cream cheese, softened Make sure it is at room temperature for a smooth filling.
- 3/4 cup Sugar
- 1 tbsp Vanilla bean or vanilla extract
- 3 large Eggs Add one at a time, mixing well.
- 1/2 cup Heavy cream
For the topping
- 2 tbsp Sugar For bruleeing the top.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and sugar to create the crust. Press this mixture into the bottom of a baking dish.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, vanilla, and eggs one at a time, mixing well.
- Stir in heavy cream until fully combined.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust in the baking dish.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes or until set.
- Let it cool and refrigerate until fully chilled.
Bruleeing and Serving
- Before serving, sprinkle a thin layer of sugar on top and use a kitchen torch to brulee the sugar until it caramelizes.
- Slice into bars and enjoy!
Notes
Serve these cheesecake bars chilled, alone or with a scoop of ice cream or fresh berries. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze them without the caramelized topping, thawing in the fridge when ready to enjoy.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 210mgSugar: 18g
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