Description
A delicious and indulgent Salted Caramel Cheesecake served in a glass casserole, perfect for gatherings and special occasions.
Ingredients
- 2½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 32 oz (900 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for caramel)
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (for caramel)
- ½ cup heavy cream, warmed (for caramel)
- 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt, plus extra for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and brown sugar. Press firmly into a greased 9 × 13-inch glass casserole dish.
- Bake the crust: Bake for 8–10 minutes. Remove and allow to cool slightly.
- Make the filling: Beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Mix in sour cream, vanilla, and flour. Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently until combined.
- Bake the cheesecake: Pour filling over the crust and smooth the top. Bake for 45–55 minutes, until the edges are set and the center still has a slight wobble. Use an oven-safe glass dish and avoid sudden temperature changes.
- Cool: Let the cheesecake cool gradually, then refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Make the caramel: Heat sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until melted and amber-colored. Carefully stir in butter, then slowly add warm heavy cream. Simmer for 1 minute and stir in sea salt. Let cool until just warm and pourable.
- Add the topping: Spread cooled caramel evenly over the chilled cheesecake. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
- Serve: Refrigerate for another 20–30 minutes to set the topping. Slice into squares and serve chilled.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened for easy mixing.
- Allow the cheesecake to cool gradually to prevent cracking.
- Use a glass casserole dish to monitor the baking process.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg