Description
Rolo cheesecake bars blend creamy chocolate and caramel in a delightful dessert that promises pure indulgence. Sweet layers of graham cracker crust, rich cheesecake filling, and melted Rolos create a luxurious treat you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz (2 packages) cream cheese, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup chopped Rolo candies
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 350F (175C) and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring complete coverage for easy removal.
- Create the graham cracker base by mixing crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until thoroughly combined, then press the mixture firmly and evenly across the bottom of the prepared pan.
- In a separate large mixing bowl, whip cream cheese and sugar until completely smooth and free of lumps.
- Incorporate eggs individually, thoroughly mixing after each addition to maintain a consistent texture.
- Blend vanilla extract and sour cream into the cheesecake mixture, stirring until fully integrated and achieving a silky consistency.
- Carefully fold chopped Rolo candies into the cheesecake batter, distributing them evenly throughout without overmixing.
- Gently pour the cheesecake filling over the prepared crust, using a spatula to spread it uniformly and eliminate any air pockets.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, watching for set edges and a slightly wobbling center, which indicates proper doneness.
- Remove from the oven and allow the cheesecake to cool completely at room temperature, which helps prevent cracking.
- Refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours to allow the cheesecake to set and develop its rich, creamy texture.
- Once chilled, lift the cheesecake out using the parchment paper and slice into bars for serving.
Notes
- Chop Rolos into smaller pieces to distribute caramel and chocolate evenly throughout the cheesecake layer for a more balanced flavor experience.
- Use room temperature ingredients like cream cheese, eggs, and sour cream to ensure smooth, lump-free cheesecake filling and better mixing.
- Line the baking pan with parchment paper overhanging on sides for easy removal and clean cutting of bars without sticking.
- For gluten-free version, substitute graham cracker crumbs with gluten-free cookie crumbs or almond flour to maintain similar texture and taste.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 325 kcal
- Sugar: 27 g
- Sodium: 140 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg