Dulce de Leche Cheesecake Bites combine smooth cheesecake, a buttery graham cracker crust, and a rich dulce de leche topping for a dessert that’s hard to resist.
Start by preheating your oven to 350ºF (180ºC) and lining a 9x9 square baking dish with parchment paper.
In a blender, pulse graham crackers until fine crumbs form. Transfer to a mixing bowl, and add sugar and cinnamon, mixing with a fork. Pour in melted butter and blend until a crumbly mixture is achieved.
Press the crumbly mixture firmly into the prepared dish and bake for 8 minutes, then let it cool completely.
Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:
In a new bowl, blend cream cheese until smooth to avoid clumps in your cheesecake.
Add sugar, blending until fluffy, followed by dulce de leche caramel. Add vanilla, lemon juice, and one egg, mixing until combined, then incorporate the remaining eggs one at a time, until a smooth, slightly orange/brown batter is formed.
Pour the batter over the cooled crust, smoothing it evenly across the pan, and bake for 35-40 minutes or until the center begins to puff and cracks appear. Allow cooling for 1 hour.
Prepare the Topping:
In a small bowl, mix dulce de leche with heavy cream until the mixture becomes fluffy and lightens in color.
After the cheesecake cools, pour the caramel topping and spread it evenly, followed by a sprinkle of sea salt. Cut into 15 bites, and enjoy your scrumptious Dulce De Leche Cheesecake Bites!