Description
A rich, indulgent dessert combining creamy cheesecake with layers of sweet caramel and luscious chocolate ganache.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for caramel layer)
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, cubed (for caramel layer)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (for caramel layer)
- 1 tsp sea salt (for caramel layer)
- 1 cup heavy cream (for ganache)
- 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped (for ganache)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- Mix the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Press the mixture into the bottom of the springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes and let it cool.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract and sour cream until well combined.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- Allow the cheesecake to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate it for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- For the caramel layer, heat sugar in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly until it melts and turns amber in color. Add the butter and stir until melted. Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring. Allow to boil for 1 minute. Remove from heat and stir in sea salt. Let it cool slightly, then pour over the chilled cheesecake.
- For the ganache, heat the cream in a saucepan over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Pour over the chopped chocolate in a bowl. Let it sit for 5 minutes, then stir until smooth. Allow to cool slightly, then pour over the caramel layer.
- Refrigerate the cheesecake for another hour, until the ganache is set.
Notes
Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for a smooth filling. Use a sharp knife for clean slices.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: cheesecake, dessert, caramel, chocolate, indulgent