This luxurious caramel cheesecake offers a creamy, melt-in-your-mouth texture paired with a deliciously crunchy nutty topping. Featuring a buttery biscuit crust and smooth cheesecake filling, this dessert is crowned with a decadent layer of caramel mixed with peanuts. It’s an irresistible combination of sweet and savory, creating a sophisticated dessert perfect for any occasion.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
You’ll fall in love with this cheesecake because it strikes the perfect balance between creamy and crunchy, sweet and nutty. The silky texture of the cheesecake pairs beautifully with the rich caramel and the slight saltiness of peanuts, giving you layers of flavor in every bite. The biscuit base adds a subtle crunch to balance the creamy filling. Plus, this cheesecake is easy to prepare and sure to impress anyone who takes a bite, making it a showstopper for both casual gatherings and more formal celebrations.
Perfect for Any Occasion
This caramel cheesecake is ideal for those special moments when you want to impress your guests with something both beautiful and delicious. Whether it’s a family gathering, a holiday dessert, or a birthday celebration, this cheesecake adds a touch of elegance to any occasion. It’s also great for those cozy afternoons when you simply want to treat yourself to a rich, comforting dessert with a cup of coffee or tea. The combination of creamy cheese, caramel, and nuts makes it a crowd-pleaser for both adults and kids alike.
Decoration Tips
To enhance the presentation of this cheesecake, you can drizzle extra caramel sauce over the top for a glossy finish, letting it drip over the edges for a dramatic look. If you want to take the decoration a step further, sprinkle a handful of crushed peanuts or even whole peanuts over the caramel layer for added texture. You can also lightly dust the edges with powdered sugar for a soft, elegant touch. Serve on a cake stand or decorative platter to make the cheesecake the star of your dessert table.
Ingredients (for a 16cm cake tin):
For the base:
- 80g butter biscuits, finely crushed
- 50g melted butter
For the cheesecake filling:
- 3 eggs, separated
- 500g cheesecake curd cheese
- 1 packet of vanilla pudding mix
- 90g sugar
- A few drops of vanilla extract
- 50ml heavy cream (30% fat)
For the topping:
- 2 tablespoons caramel spread, mixed with peanuts
Instructions:
- Begin by preparing the base: crush the butter biscuits until fine, then mix them with melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a cake tin lined with parchment paper. Place the tin in the fridge while you prepare the cheesecake filling.
- Preheat the oven to 170°C (340°F) using top and bottom heat.
- Separate the egg whites from the yolks. Beat the egg whites in a bowl until stiff peaks form, gradually adding half of the sugar. Set aside.
- In another bowl, beat the egg yolks with the remaining sugar until the sugar dissolves. Add the cheesecake cheese, mixing continuously, followed by the cream, pudding mix, and vanilla extract.
- Once everything is well combined, gently fold the whipped egg whites into the cheese mixture using a spoon, being careful not to deflate the mixture.
- Pour the cheesecake filling into the prepared tin, spreading it evenly over the biscuit base.
- Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown. To check for doneness, insert a wooden skewer into the center; it should come out clean.
- After baking, leave the cheesecake in the oven with the door slightly open to cool gradually.
- Once cooled, spread a generous layer of caramel mixed with peanuts over the top of the cheesecake.
Enjoy this indulgent caramel cheesecake, with its creamy layers and nutty topping, for a delightful dessert experience!
