Description
Indulge in this rich and creamy Salted Caramel Cheesecake Bliss, featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, a smooth cheesecake filling, and a luscious homemade salted caramel topping. Perfect for any occasion, this decadent dessert is a delightful balance of sweet and salty flavors.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
For the Salted Caramel Topping:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust – Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl. Press firmly into a 9-inch springform pan and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling – Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and mix well. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla, sour cream, and heavy cream. Pour over the cooled crust.
- Bake the Cheesecake – Bake for 55-60 minutes until the center is slightly jiggly but set. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside for an hour. Transfer to a cooling rack.
- Make the Salted Caramel – Melt sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until golden brown. Stir in butter, then slowly add heavy cream while stirring. Remove from heat and mix in sea salt. Let cool slightly.
- Assemble and Chill – Pour the salted caramel over the cooled cheesecake. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
Let ingredients come to room temperature before mixing to prevent lumps. Bake in a water bath to avoid cracks. Store leftover cheesecake in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: salted caramel cheesecake, caramel cheesecake, creamy cheesecake, homemade cheesecake