Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Caramel Cheesecake, a showstopper dessert that captures the essence of creamy goodness and rich caramel. With a buttery graham cracker crust, this cheesecake is topped with an exquisite homemade caramel swirl that elevates its appeal. Perfect for any gathering, whether it’s a festive celebration or a cozy family dinner, this dessert promises to impress your guests. The best part? It’s easy to prepare, can be made ahead of time, and allows for customization with your favorite toppings. Dive into this decadent treat and experience an unforgettable dessert!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup granulated sugar (for caramel)
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter (for caramel)
- ¼ cup heavy cream (for caramel)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
- For the crust, combine graham cracker crumbs, ¼ cup sugar, and melted butter. Press firmly into the bottom of the pan and bake for 10 minutes. Cool.
- Beat cream cheese and 1 cup sugar until smooth; add sour cream and vanilla, mixing well. Incorporate eggs one at a time.
- Pour filling over cooled crust and bake for 45–50 minutes until edges are set but center wobbles slightly. Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- For the caramel sauce, melt ½ cup sugar in a saucepan until amber; add 3 tablespoons butter and ¼ cup heavy cream carefully while whisking until smooth. Let cool slightly before drizzling over cheesecake.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg