Description
A creamy, decadent dessert combining rich cheesecake with sweet and savory salted caramel.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 4 packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- 1 tsp flaky sea salt
- 1/3 cup chopped pecans or toffee bits
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F. Grease a 9-inch springform pan and wrap the outside with foil.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and brown sugar until combined. Press firmly into the bottom of the pan. Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then let it cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add sugar and mix until fluffy. Blend in sour cream and vanilla extract.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed just until combined. Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust and smooth the top.
- Place the cheesecake pan into a larger roasting pan and fill it with hot water halfway up the sides to create a water bath. Bake for 60–70 minutes, until the edges are set but the center still has a slight jiggle.
- Turn off the oven, crack the oven door slightly, and let the cheesecake cool slowly for 1 hour to prevent cracks. Chill the cheesecake for at least 6 hours or overnight for the creamiest texture.
- Pour thick caramel sauce over the top, letting it drip naturally down the sides. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and chopped pecans or toffee bits for the perfect crunchy finish.
- Serve this salted caramel cheesecake chilled for the ultimate creamy, melt-in-your-mouth dessert experience.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for easy mixing. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 80 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: cheesecake, dessert, salted caramel, creamy, sweet