Salted Caramel Cheesecake (Print Version)

Rich cheesecake blended with creamy salted caramel for a sweet and salty delight.

# What You'll Need:

→ Crust

01 - 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
02 - 1/3 cup melted butter
03 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar

→ Filling

04 - 24 oz cream cheese, softened
05 - 1 cup granulated sugar
06 - 3 large eggs
07 - 1 tsp vanilla extract

→ Salted Caramel Sauce

08 - 1 cup granulated sugar
09 - 1/4 cup water
10 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
11 - 3 tbsp unsalted butter
12 - 1 tsp sea salt

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press mixture evenly into bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove and let cool.
02 - Beat softened cream cheese and sugar in a large bowl until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each. Blend in vanilla extract until incorporated.
03 - Pour filling over cooled crust. Bake for 55 to 60 minutes until center is nearly set. Turn off oven and leave cheesecake inside with door slightly ajar for 1 hour to prevent cracking.
04 - In a saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar and water; stir until sugar dissolves. Without stirring, cook until amber color develops. Remove from heat; whisk in heavy cream, butter, and sea salt carefully. Allow to cool slightly.
05 - Refrigerate cheesecake for minimum 4 hours or overnight. Before serving, drizzle with salted caramel sauce evenly.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Ensure cream cheese is softened to room temperature for smooth blending.
02 - Allow caramel sauce to cool slightly before pouring to prevent melting the cheesecake topping.