Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
12 unit

graham crackers

broken in pieces

6 tbsp

butter

diced

0.75 cup

sweetened condensed milk

2 unit

unflavored gelatin

2.5 unit

cream cheese

softened

1 unit

lemon zest

from one lemon

0.5 cup

dulce de leche

Step 1
~10 min

Break graham crackers into pieces.

Step 2
~10 min

Dice butter.

Step 3
~10 min

Pulse graham crackers and butter in a food processor until the mixture resembles brown sugar.

Step 4
~10 min

Press the mixture onto the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust.

Step 5
~10 min

Chill the crust in the refrigerator.

Step 6
~10 min

Mix condensed milk and gelatin in a small pan.

Step 7
~10 min

Heat over very low heat until the mixture just starts to boil (about 2 minutes).

Step 8
~10 min

Combine cream cheese and lemon zest in a mixer bowl.

Step 9
~10 min

Beat on medium-high speed until the mixture is smooth (about 2 minutes).

Step 10
~10 min

Add the condensed milk mixture to the cream cheese mixture and mix until blended.

Step 11
~10 min

Using a spatula, lightly mix in half of the dulce de leche, creating a marbleized look.

Step 12
~10 min

Gently pour the cheesecake mixture into the pan, smoothing it into an even layer.

Step 13
~10 min

Chill covered for at least two hours, preferably overnight.

Step 14
~10 min

Cover the cheesecake with the remaining dulce de leche.

Step 15
~10 min

Serve chilled.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use homemade dulce de leche.

Ensure cream cheese is fully softened for a smooth texture.

Chill for at least 4 hours for best results.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate (sweet caramel)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled with fresh berries.

Accompany with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Perfect Pairings

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Latin America

Cultural Significance

Dulce de leche is a popular ingredient in Latin American desserts.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Birthdays
Holidays

Occasion Tags

Party
Celebration
Holiday
Birthday

Popularity Score

75/100

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