Indulge in the luxurious taste of Creamy Caramel Cheesecake Delight! This easy-to-follow recipe combines velvety cheesecake with luscious caramel, delivering a dessert that’s perfect for special occasions or just an everyday sweet treat. Rich, smooth, and irresistibly delicious, it’s guaranteed to impress your family and guests.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream
For the Caramel Sauce:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare Crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl. Press evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake crust for 10 minutes, then let cool.
Making the Cheesecake Filling
- Beat Cream Cheese: In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Gradually add sugar and beat until fully incorporated.
- Add Eggs: Add eggs, one at a time, beating after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract and sour cream until smooth.
- Bake Cheesecake: Pour filling over the cooled crust. Bake for 50-60 minutes, until cheesecake is set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cooling: Let cheesecake cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Preparing Caramel Sauce
- Cook Sugar: In a saucepan, melt sugar over medium heat until amber-colored, stirring occasionally.
- Add Butter: Once sugar is fully melted, carefully add butter and stir until completely melted.
- Add Cream: Remove from heat and gradually stir in heavy cream until smooth. Stir in sea salt.
- Cool: Let caramel sauce cool slightly.
Serving
Drizzle cooled caramel sauce over cheesecake. Serve chilled.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| Nutrient | Amount per Serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 425 kcal |
| Protein | 6 g |
| Carbohydrates | 32 g |
| Sugars | 26 g |
| Fat | 31 g |
| Saturated Fat | 18 g |
| Cholesterol | 119 mg |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sodium | 315 mg |
Tips for the Perfect Cheesecake
- Use room temperature cream cheese and eggs for a smoother texture.
- Allow your cheesecake to cool slowly to prevent cracks.
- For healthier variations, use low-fat cream cheese and Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.
Enjoy your homemade Creamy Caramel Cheesecake Delight—it’s sure to be a favorite!