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Cheesecake Factory Dulce de Leche Cheesecake – Copycat Recipe
Mar 07, 2026
Cheesecake Factory Dulce de Leche Cheesecake – Copycat Recipe
Indulge in the rich, creamy goodness of this Cheesecake Factory-inspired Dulce de Leche Cheesecake. This copycat recipe captures the essence of the beloved dessert, featuring a smooth dulce de leche filling on a buttery graham cracker crust, topped with a luscious layer of caramel. Perfect for special occasions or a sweet treat any day!
Recipe Details
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| Servings | 12 servings |
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup dulce de leche
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Extra dulce de leche for drizzling on top
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add dulce de leche, eggs, and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture. Mix until well incorporated.
- Stir in sour cream and heavy cream until the mixture is smooth.
- Pour the filling over the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 60 minutes or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door cracked for about 1 hour.
- Chill the cheesecake in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Once chilled, drizzle extra dulce de leche on top before serving.
Nutrition Information
| Calories | 450 calories |
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| Fat | 30g fat |
| Carbohydrates | 45g carbohydrates |
| Protein | 6g protein |
Handy Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother filling.
- For an even creamier texture, beat the cream cheese until fluffy before adding the other ingredients.
- Allow the cheesecake to cool slowly to prevent cracking.
Ingredient Swaps
- Graham Cracker Crumbs: Use crushed digestive biscuits or Oreo cookies for a different flavor.
- Dulce de Leche: Substitute with caramel sauce if dulce de leche is unavailable.
- Sour Cream: Greek yogurt can be used as a healthier alternative.
