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layered Nutella cheesecake bars

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 20 minutes
Course: Bars, Brownies &amp
Servings: 9
Author: Valentina | The Baking Fairy

Ingredients

  • 1 cup chocolate graham crackers finely crushed
  • 4 tablespoon salted butter
  • 12 oz cream cheese {1 ½ blocks}
  • ¾ cup sour cream
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup Nutella
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoon powdered milk
  • 2 tablespoon powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa for topping

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350F.
  • Line an 8x8 pan with parchment paper. In a small bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers and melted butter. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan, and press down with the back of a spoon.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 5-6 minutes, then set aside to cool.
  • Lower the oven to 325F.
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add in the sugar and beat until fluffy.
  • Add in the sour cream, followed by the eggs, one at a time, and finally the Nutella.
  • Pour the cheesecake mixture onto the prepared crust, and bake for 50-55 minute, until firm and only lightly jiggly in the center.
  • Remove cheesecake from oven, and let cool to room temperature, then transfer to fridge and let cool until completely solidified (optimally overnight).
  • When ready to serve, prepare the whipped cream. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat heavy creamy to stiff peaks. Stir in the powdered milk, powdered sugar, and vanilla.
  • Smooth the whipped cream on top of the cheesecake, and sprinkle some cocoa powder on top. Serve immediately, or store in fridge until needed. Enjoy!