Sea Salt Caramel Cheesecake Recipe
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Ingredients
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Crust
Cheesecake Filling
Caramel Sauce
Topping
Method
Crust
- 1
Prepare the Crust
In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until well combined and crumbly.
- 2
Press the Crust
Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan evenly. Use the back of a measuring cup to pack it tightly. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes. Remove and let cool.
Cheesecake Filling
- 3
Beat the Cream Cheese
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
- 4
Add Sugar and Sour Cream
Gradually add the granulated sugar and sour cream while continuing to beat until well combined.
- 5
Incorporate Eggs
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just blended. Be careful not to overmix.
- 6
Add Vanilla Extract
Stir in the vanilla extract until evenly distributed.
- 7
Pour into Crust
Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan. Smooth the top with a spatula.
- 8
Bake the Cheesecake
Bake in the oven at 325°F (160°C) for 55-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for 1 hour.
- 9
Cool the Cheesecake
Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
Caramel Sauce
- 10
Make the Caramel Sauce
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the granulated sugar. Cook, without stirring, until it melts and turns a deep amber color.
- 11
Add Butter and Cream
Once the sugar is melted, carefully add the unsalted butter and stir until melted. Then slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring continuously until smooth.
- 12
Add Sea Salt
Remove from heat and stir in the sea salt. Allow to cool slightly before using.
Topping
- 13
Top the Cheesecake
Once the cheesecake is chilled, drizzle the caramel sauce over the top and sprinkle with sea salt to finish.