Decadent Caramel Cheesecake Delight with Graham Cracker Crust

Immerse yourself in the lusciousness of this homemade caramel cheesecake, a rich and creamy dessert that combines the velvety smoothness of cream cheese with the deep, sweet notes of caramel. Resting on a buttery graham cracker base and topped with a generous layer of caramel sauce, this cheesecake is a perfect balance of textures and flavors. Each bite offers a delightful blend of the crunchy crust, the soft and creamy cheesecake, and the gooey caramel topping. This recipe is ideal for special occasions or as a luxurious treat for those who adore the timeless combination of caramel and cheesecake.

Ingredients:

For the Homemade Caramel Sauce:

• 200g granulated sugar
• 50g water
• 200g heavy cream (room temperature)
• 40g unsalted butter
• 1.5g salt

For the Crust:

• 90g crushed graham crackers
• 35g melted unsalted butter

For the Cheesecake:

• 250g softened cream cheese
• 65g granulated sugar
• 120g heavy cream
• 50g milk
• 4g gelatin
• 30g homemade caramel sauce

For the Topping:

• 200g caramel sauce (remaining from the homemade caramel sauce)

Steps:

1. Prepare Crust: Combine crushed graham crackers with melted butter, press into a 6-inch square cake mold lined with plastic wrap. Refrigerate to set.
2. Make Caramel Sauce: Heat sugar and water in a saucepan until golden brown. Carefully add heavy cream, butter, and salt, whisking until smooth. Cool and refrigerate.
3. Cheesecake Mixture: Beat softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth. Incorporate caramel sauce and heavy cream. Dissolve gelatin in warm milk and add to the mixture.
4. Assemble Cheesecake: Pour cheesecake mixture over the crust. Chill in the fridge until set (15-30 minutes).
5. Add Caramel Topping: Spread remaining caramel sauce over the cheesecake. Refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.
6. Serve: Warm the sides of the mold to release the cheesecake. Slice and serve, optionally topped with crushed graham crackers.

Enjoy this decadent caramel cheesecake, a delightful combination of crunchy, creamy, and caramel goodness. Perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings! 🍰🍮🧈