Salted Caramel Cheesecake Recipe
Make Salted Caramel Cheesecake Recipe in just 3h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Crust
Cheesecake Filling
Salted Caramel Sauce
Topping
Method
Crust
- 1
Prepare Crust
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until well combined.
- 2
Form Crust
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even layer. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove and let cool while you prepare the filling.
Cheesecake Filling
- 3
Mix Filling
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add in the granulated sugar, sour cream, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- 4
Add Eggs
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition until just combined. Do not overmix. Add the salt and mix until incorporated.
- 5
Bake Cheesecake
Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan. Bake in the oven at 325°F (160°C) for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for 1 hour.
- 6
Cool Cheesecake
Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool to room temperature. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
Salted Caramel Sauce
- 7
Make Caramel Sauce
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the granulated sugar. Stir continuously until the sugar melts and turns a golden amber color.
- 8
Add Butter and Cream
Once the sugar is melted, carefully add the unsalted butter and stir until melted. Slowly pour in the heavy cream while continuing to stir. Be cautious as the mixture will bubble up.
- 9
Season Caramel
Remove from heat and stir in the sea salt. Let the caramel sauce cool slightly before drizzling over the cooled cheesecake.
Topping
- 10
Prepare Topping
Once the cheesecake is fully chilled, spread the whipped cream evenly over the top of the cheesecake.
- 11
Finish with Salt
Sprinkle the teaspoon of sea salt over the whipped cream topping for a finishing touch.
