Nutella Bars
These Nutella Bars are the perfect sweet treat for any occasion! Made with a buttery shortbread crust and a rich layer of cheesecake and Nutella swirl. They are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Nutella is a delicious chocolate hazelnut spread that has become a household favorite. This creamy and rich spread can be used in so many different ways, but we have to say that using it in dessert is our new favorite!
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❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- These cheesecake bars are so easy to make that even beginners can do it!
- You don’t need any special equipment, so you don’t have to worry about expensive tools.
- These bars are great for any night of the week or when you want something to share with guests.
🛒Ingredients
You only need simple ingredients that are all easy to find at your local grocery store. So, you don’t have to spend a lot of money or break your grocery budget to share these bars with your family and friends.
Crust ingredients
- brown sugar
- butter
- flour
Cheesecake Filling
- cream cheese
- sugar
- egg
- vanilla extract
- sour cream
Swirl
- Nutella
- heavy cream
See the recipe card below for quantities.
🔪 How to Make Nutella Bars
Making these homemade Nutella bars is very easy. Just follow these step-by-step instructions or check out the full recipe in the recipe card at the bottom of this post so you can share this sweet treat with your loved ones.
Step 1: Make the crust
In a large bowl, combine the brown sugar and flour. Add the butter and using a pastry cutter (or a food processor), cut the butter into the flour and mix until you have a fine-crumb mixture. Press into the bottom of a 9” square pan that’s been lined with parchment paper and sprayed with cooking spray. Place in the oven and bake for about 20 minutes until the crust is golden. Remove and let cool completely.
Step 2: Make the cheesecake layer
In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the cream cheese and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add in the egg and beat until combined. Add in the vanilla and sour cream and mix. Pour over the crust in an even layer.
Step 3: Make the Nutella layer
In a small bowl, mix the Nutella and heavy cream until smooth. Drizzle over the top of the cream cheese layer and using a skewer, swirl the Nutella and cream cheese layer together, taking care not to drag too deep and hit the crust.
Step 4: Bake the bars
Place in the 350 degree preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes until set. Remove and allow to fully cool, even better to allow to chill in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours. Slice and serve.
📝Variations
Do you want to change up this recipe and make it your own? Here are some ways that you can do that!
- Hazelnuts – Add 1/2 cup of chopped hazelnuts into the crust for a little extra crunch.
- Chocolate – After you swirl the Nutella on top, then swirl some hot fudge for a chocolate touch.
- Toppings – Top with whipped cream and crushed hazelnuts for a beautiful garnish.
If you love Nutella cheesecake recipes, give these Nutella Cheesecake Brownies a try!
🥄 Equipment
This is a quick list of the equipment that you will need to make these cheesecake bars:
- mixing bowls
- 9×9 baking pan
- Electric mixer
🥫 Storage
Storage – Store the cheesecake bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. If you don’t have a lid for your baking dish you can cover it with plastic wrap or aluminum foil.
Freezing – You can also freeze these bars for later. Simply wrap them individually in plastic wrap and place in a freezer-safe bag or container. Thaw in the fridge overnight before enjoying.
Serve With
These delicious bars are great when paired with a warm cup of your favorite tea or coffee. Or a tall glass of milk for the kids. You could also pair them with your favorite meal such as these Sweet and Spicy Sticky Chicken Fingers.
💭 Tips
Here are a few tips that you can use to ensure that this Nutella bars recipe turns out perfectly for you when you make it.
- Make sure that your filling ingredients are at room temperature. This will give you smooth results.
- Use the back of a spoon or glass to press the crust into the bottom of the pan so that the cheesecake filling doesn’t make the crust soggy.
- Allow the bars to completely cool before you cut them so they are fully set.
⁉️ FAQ
Do you have questions about this recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions.
A butter knife does a great job of making a beautiful swirl.
Yes, these bars can be made up to 24 hours ahead of your event. Just make sure to keep them chilled until you are ready to serve them.
🍽 More Nutella Recipes
Do you enjoy Nutella? If so, give these recipes a try:
🧾Recipe Card
Want to make this recipe? Print the recipe card below, or pin this recipe, so you can find it later.
Nutella Bars
Equipment
- mixing bowls
- 9×9 baking pan
- Electric mixer
Ingredients
For the crust
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 ¼ cup butter room temperature
- 2 cup flour
For the cheesecake filling:
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- ⅓ cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- ¼ cup sour cream
For the swirl:
- ½ cup nutella
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- In a large bowl, combine the brown sugar and flour. Add the butter and using a pastry cutter (or a food processor), cut the butter into the flour and mix until you have a fine crumb mixture.
- Press into the bottom of a 9” square pan that’s been lined with parchment paper and sprayed with cooking spray. Place in the oven and bake for about 20 minutes until the crust is golden.
- Remove and let cool completely.
- In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the cream cheese and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add in the egg and beat until combined. Add in the vanilla and sour cream and mix.
- Pour over the crust in an even layer.
- In a small bowl, mix the nutella and heavy cream until smooth.
- Drizzle over the top of the cream cheese layer and using a skewer, swirl the nutella and cream cheese layer together, taking care not to drag too deep and hit the crust.
- Place in the oven and bake for 30 minutes until set. Remove and allow to fully cooled, even better to allow to chill in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours.
- Slice and serve.
Notes
Disclaimer
Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and proportion sizes.
