Caramel Cheesecake Bliss, Decadent, Creamy & Irresistible

Ingredients:

For the Caramel Sauce:

1 cup granulated sugar

6 tbsp unsalted butter

1/2 cup heavy cream

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/2 tsp salt

For the Crust:

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs

1/4 cup brown sugar

6 tbsp melted butter

For the Cheesecake:

4 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened

1 cup brown sugar

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup sour cream

4 large eggs, room temp

1 tbsp vanilla extract

1/2 tsp salt

Instructions:

Caramel Sauce: Heat granulated sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until melted and amber. Stir in butter, then add heavy cream slowly. Remove from heat, mix in vanilla and salt, and let cool.

Crust: Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Combine graham crumbs, brown sugar, and melted butter. Press into a 9” springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then cool.

Cheesecake Batter: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add both sugars and beat until fluffy. Mix in sour cream, then add eggs one at a time. Stir in vanilla and salt.

Assemble: Pour half of the batter into the crust. Drizzle with 1/2 cup caramel, then add remaining batter. Smooth the top.

Bake: Wrap pan in foil, place in a water bath, and bake for 60-75 minutes until edges set. Cool in oven for 1 hour, then chill for 6 hours or overnight.

Decorate: Warm remaining caramel and pour over the cheesecake. Sprinkle with salt flakes for a gourmet touch.

Slice and savor every decadent bite of this creamy caramel delight! Perfect for impressing family and friends.