Best 5 Caramel Swirl Cheesecake Dessert Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors with our Caramel Swirl Cheesecake Dessert, a masterpiece that harmonizes the richness of cheesecake with the velvety smoothness of caramel. This delectable treat consists of two extraordinary recipes: a creamy cheesecake filling swirled with a luscious caramel sauce, all nestled within a graham cracker crust. The first recipe guides you through the art of crafting the cheesecake filling, ensuring a smooth and velvety texture that melts in your mouth. The second recipe unveils the secrets of creating the perfect caramel sauce, a symphony of sweetness and richness that elevates the cheesecake to new heights. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CARAMEL-SWIRL CHEESECAKE DESSERT



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A rich ricotta-cream cheese filling, and a luscious caramel drizzle make this dessert from Gilda Lester of Millsboro, Delaware irresistible.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 12-15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup butter, softened
3 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup sweetened shredded coconut, lightly toasted
FILLING:
3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup ricotta cheese
3/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup heavy whipping cream
3 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 eggs, lightly beaten
1/3 cup caramel ice cream topping

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla. Combine flour and coconut; gradually beat into creamed mixture. , Press into a lightly greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack. , For filling, in a large bowl, beat cream cheese and ricotta until blended. Add sugar and flour and mix well. Combine cream and vanilla; gradually beat into cream cheese mixture. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. , Spread filling over crust. Drizzle with caramel topping; gently cut through filling with a knife to swirl. , Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 1-1/2 hours. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 419 calories, Fat 31g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 137mg cholesterol, Sodium 248mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 8g protein.

CARAMEL CHEESECAKE



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The gooey caramel on top really makes this cheesecake. It's definitely a family favorite. -Rena Fields, Sackets Harbor, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups crushed vanilla wafers (about 60 wafers)
3 tablespoons sugar
1/3 cup butter, melted
FILLING:
3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 eggs
CARAMEL SAUCE:
1 package (14 ounces) caramels
1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a small bowl, mix wafer crumbs and sugar; stir in butter. Press onto bottom and 3/4 in. up sides of a greased 10-in. springform pan., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in flour and vanilla. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until blended. Pour into prepared crust. Place pan on a baking sheet., Bake 30-35 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack 10 minutes. Loosen sides from pan with a knife. Cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight, covering when completely cooled., In a large heavy saucepan, melt caramels with milk over low heat; stir until smooth. Stir in walnuts. Cool to room temperature. Remove rim from springform pan. Serve cheesecake with caramel sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352 calories, Fat 19g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 208mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

CARAMEL SWIRLS



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In my opinion, cookies are the best dessert to make...and to eat! With a crisp outside and chewy caramel filling, these are likely one of my very favorites. -Jan Smith, Star, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 6-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup butter, softened
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg yolk
1 teaspoon maple flavoring
2-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
FILLING:
30 caramels
6 ounces cream cheese, softened

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter, cream cheese and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolk and flavoring. Gradually beat flour into creamed mixture. Refrigerate 2 hours or until easy to handle., In a microwave-safe bowl, melt caramels; stir until smooth. Stir in cream cheese until blended; set aside. Divide dough in half. Roll each portion between two pieces of waxed paper to 1/4-in. thickness. Spread caramel mixture over dough to within 1/2 in. of edges., Roll up tightly jelly-roll style, starting with a long side. Wrap rolls in plastic wrap; refrigerate 4 hours or until firm., Preheat oven to 350°. Unwrap and cut dough crosswise into 1/4-in. slices. Place 1 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Bake 12-14 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 76 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 41mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CARAMEL SWIRLED CHEESECAKE



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Make and share this Caramel Swirled Cheesecake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (250 g) package cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup granulated sugar
4 cups frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 cup caramel topping or 1 cup butterscotch topping
1 prepared graham cracker crust (9-inch)

Steps:

  • Beat cream cheese and sugar in large bowl with mixer until smooth. Gently stir in whipped topping (save 1 cup for garnishing). Add 1/4 cup of carmael or butterscotch topping to mixture and mix thoroughly. Spoon mixture evenly into crust. With a knife, make 3 deep "s" shape channels in the cream mixture and fill each channel with carmael or butterscotch topping. With the knife draw 2 more channels in the opposite direction to swirl the filling and create a marble effect.
  • Spread reserved whipped topping evenly on top. Decorate with caramel or butterscotch topping. Refrigerate until set, about 2 hours.
  • TIPS: Spread a thin layer of caramel or butterscotch onto the graham crust before spooning the rest of the filling on to the crust.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 511.4, Fat 27.9, SaturatedFat 16.6, Cholesterol 34.8, Sodium 415.6, Carbohydrate 64.3, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 28.5, Protein 4.7

SEA SALT CARAMEL SWIRL CHEESECAKE BARS



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A mouth-watering blend of sea salt caramel swirls with cream cheese come together in these delectable cheesecake bars.

Provided by HERSHEY'S Kitchens

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips

Time 1h5m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
3 tablespoons white sugar
6 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
¾ cup sugar
⅛ teaspoon salt
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons light cream
½ teaspoon rum extract
½ cup walnut pieces
1 ⅔ cups HERSHEY'S® Sea Salt Caramel Baking Chips

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Line 13x9x2-inch baking pan with foil, extending foil beyond pan sides. Prepare CRUMB CRUST.
  • CRUMB CRUST: Stir together 1-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs and 3 tablespoons sugar in medium bowl; blend in 6 tablespoons melted butter or margarine, mixing well. Press mixture onto bottom of 13x9x2-inch baking pan.
  • Beat cream cheese, sugar and salt in large bowl until smooth. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla. Set aside 3-1/2 cups batter; blend light cream and rum extract into remaining batter. Stir in walnuts, if desired.
  • Place caramel chips in medium microwave-safe bowl. Microwave at MEDIUM (50%) 1 minute; stir. If necessary, microwave at MEDIUM an additional 15 seconds at a time, stirring after each heating, until chips are melted and smooth when stirred. Gradually stir rum and nut batter into melted chips, stirring until well blended.
  • Alternately drop vanilla batter and caramel nut batter by heaping tablespoons onto crumb crust. With knife or small spatula swirl batters for marbled effect. (Batters will flatten and smooth as cheesecake batter bakes.)
  • Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until center is set and edges puff and begin to crack. Cool in pan on wire rack. Refrigerate until chilled. Using foil as handles, lift from pan. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.7 calories, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 61.7 mg, Fat 17.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 10.3 g, Sodium 206 mg, Sugar 9.6 g

Tips:

  • Use full-fat cream cheese for a rich and creamy cheesecake.
  • Bring the cream cheese to room temperature before mixing it with the other ingredients. This will help ensure a smooth batter.
  • Use a springform pan for easy removal of the cheesecake.
  • Line the springform pan with parchment paper to prevent the cheesecake from sticking.
  • Bake the cheesecake in a water bath to prevent it from cracking.
  • Allow the cheesecake to cool completely before serving. This will help it set properly.
  • For a caramel swirl, use a high-quality caramel sauce. You can also make your own caramel sauce by following a simple recipe.
  • When swirling the caramel into the cheesecake batter, use a gentle hand to avoid over-mixing.
  • For a more pronounced caramel flavor, you can add a layer of caramel sauce on top of the cheesecake before baking.
  • Serve the cheesecake with fresh fruit, whipped cream, or ice cream.

Conclusion:

Caramel swirl cheesecake is a delicious and impressive dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy texture, rich caramel flavor, and beautiful presentation, this cheesecake is sure to be a hit. By following the tips and instructions in this recipe, you can easily create a caramel swirl cheesecake that will wow your friends and family. Remember to use high-quality ingredients and take your time when preparing the cheesecake. Enjoy baking!

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