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Luxurious Caramel Cheesecake Bars

Luxurious Caramel Cheesecake Bars are the ultimate indulgence for dessert lovers. Featuring a buttery cookie crust, a rich and creamy cheesecake layer, and a luscious caramel topping, these bars are a showstopper. Perfect for special occasions or as an everyday treat, they strike the perfect balance between sweetness and elegance.
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Ingredients
  

  • For the Crust
  • 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • For the Cheesecake Layer
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the Caramel Topping
  • 1 ½ cups caramel sauce store-bought or homemade
  • Optional: ½ teaspoon flaky sea salt

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Crust
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, brown sugar, and flour until a crumbly dough forms.
  • Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove and let cool slightly.
  • Make the Cheesecake Layer
  • In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and creamy.
  • Add eggs one at a time, beating after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract until combined.
  • Pour the cheesecake mixture over the cooled crust and spread evenly with a spatula.
  • Bake the Cheesecake Bars
  • Return the pan to the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
  • Remove from the oven and let the bars cool completely at room temperature before refrigerating for at least 2 hours.
  • Add the Caramel Topping
  • Once chilled, pour the caramel sauce over the top of the cheesecake layer. Spread evenly with an offset spatula. If desired, sprinkle with flaky sea salt for a salted caramel version.
  • Slice and Serve
  • Use the parchment overhang to lift the bars out of the pan. Slice into squares or rectangles with a sharp knife, wiping the blade between cuts for clean edges.