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Salted Caramel Cheesecake

Decadent Salted Caramel Cheesecake You'll Crave for Days

Experience the indulgence of Salted Caramel Cheesecake with Biscoff Crust, a delightful mix of sweet and salty flavors that will leave you craving for more.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Caramel Sauce
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Melt until deep amber.
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter Substitute with salted butter, reduce added salt.
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream Warm before adding.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Almond extract is an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 2 cups Biscoff cookies Crushed for crust.
  • 1/2 cup melted butter Binds crust ingredients.
  • 16 ounces cream cheese Full-fat for texture.
  • 1/2 cup sour cream Adds tanginess; Greek yogurt can be used.
  • 3 large eggs Use room temperature.
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch Stabilizes filling.

Equipment

  • heavy-bottomed saucepan
  • electric mixer
  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Food Processor

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Make Salted Caramel Sauce: Melt granulated sugar in a saucepan until deep amber. Add butter, then cream, vanilla, and salt. Stir until smooth and cool.
  2. Prepare Crust: Crush Biscoff cookies, mix with melted butter, press into a springform pan, and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
  3. Mix Filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and vanilla, then eggs one at a time, mixing gently.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Fold cream, sour cream, and cornstarch into the mixture, then carefully fold in cooled caramel.
  5. Bake Cheesecake: Pour filling into crust and bake for 60-70 minutes until set with a slight jiggle.
  6. Chill: Cool in the oven with the door ajar, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  7. Serve: Drizzle with caramel and sprinkle with flaky sea salt before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 800IUCalcium: 90mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for a smooth filling. Watch the caramel closely to avoid bitterness. Consider a water bath for creaminess and prevent cracks. Chill overnight for optimal flavor melding.

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