Description
Indulge in the creamy and decadent delight of this Caramel Cheesecake. A buttery graham cracker crust holds a rich, caramel-infused filling, topped with a luscious caramel drizzle and a sprinkle of sea salt. Perfect for special occasions or to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
For the crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the filling:
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce
For the topping:
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
- Flaky sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare the pan: Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper and wrap the outside with foil.
- Make the crust: Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the pan and bake for 10 minutes.
- Prepare the filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth, add sugar, sour cream, eggs, vanilla, and caramel sauce. Pour over crust.
- Bake the cheesecake: Place the pan in a roasting pan with hot water. Bake for 55–65 minutes until set.
- Cool and chill: Let the cheesecake cool in the oven, then chill for at least 6 hours.
- Finish and serve: Top with caramel sauce and sea salt before serving.
Notes
- Avoid overmixing to prevent cracks in the cheesecake.
- For added texture, sprinkle chopped toasted pecans or walnuts over the caramel topping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
