Description
A rich, indulgent cheesecake featuring a crunchy biscuit base, a creamy cheesecake layer, gooey caramel, and a silky chocolate topping. It is the ultimate decadent treat, perfect for special occasions or celebration desserts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 250g digestive biscuits or graham crackers, crushed
- 100g unsalted butter, melted
- 500g cream cheese, softened
- 100g powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 250ml heavy cream, whipped
- 200g soft caramel candies
- 2–3 tbsp milk or cream
- 100g dark or milk chocolate
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
Instructions
- Mix & Press: Combine the crushed biscuits or graham crackers with the melted butter in a bowl.
- Chill: Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Place it in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to set completely.
- Beat: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until smooth and lump-free.
- Fold & Layer: Gently fold the whipped heavy cream into the cream cheese mixture. Spread the filling evenly over the chilled biscuit base, then return to the fridge to chill for 30 minutes.
- Melt: Place the soft caramel candies and milk (or cream) in a saucepan over low heat. Stir continuously until the caramels are completely melted and smooth.
- Pour: Carefully pour the melted caramel over the cheesecake layer, spreading it into an even layer. Chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
- Melt the Chocolate: Combine the dark or milk chocolate with the heavy cream. Melt the mixture using a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
- Final Chill: Pour the silky chocolate glaze over the set caramel layer and smooth the top. Refrigerate the entire cheesecake for at least 120 minutes, or until fully set.
- Garnish: Carefully remove the cheesecake from the springform pan and slice.
- Optional Touch: For an extra gourmet presentation, drizzle with additional caramel or sprinkle a touch of sea salt over the top before serving.
Notes
Always bring your cream cheese to room temperature before mixing. Chill the cheesecake between adding each layer for distinct textures. Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: cheesecake, caramel, millionaire cheesecake, dessert, indulgent