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Amberly Vahn

Decadent Nutella Cheesecake Bars for the Holidays

These Nutella Cheesecake Bars are a rich and creamy holiday dessert that's easy to prepare and perfect for sharing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Chilling Time 4 minutes
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 16 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Group: Crust Ingredients
  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
Group: Cheesecake Filling Ingredients
  • 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup Nutella
  • a pinch of salt

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • 9x9 inch baking pan

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased 9x9-inch baking pan. Bake for 10 minutes and let cool slightly.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the sugar, then the eggs one at a time. Fold in the sour cream, vanilla, and salt. Lastly, mix in the Nutella until well combined.
  4. Pour the filling over the crust and bake for 30-35 minutes until the center has a slight jiggle. Let cool for 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before cutting into squares.

Notes

Chilling is a crucial step to enhance flavors and texture. Serve with extra Nutella or whipped cream for added indulgence.