Salted Caramel Cheesecake
A rich and creamy salted caramel cheesecake with a buttery graham cracker crust, perfect for special occasions and gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 260 minutes
- Yield: 10-12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 1/4 cup sugar. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Beat the cream cheese, 1 cup sugar, and vanilla extract together until creamy and smooth.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the sour cream and half of the caramel sauce until just combined.
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the prepared crust.
- Bake for about 55-60 minutes or until the center is set but still has a slight jiggle.
- Cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Garnish with the remaining caramel sauce and sea salt before serving.
Notes
Ensure cream cheese is softened to room temperature for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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