Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our layered caramel candy bar cheesecake, a decadent dessert that combines the richness of cheesecake with the irresistible allure of caramel and chocolate. This extraordinary cheesecake features a creamy cheesecake filling nestled between layers of caramel and chocolate ganache, all resting on a graham cracker crust. Additional recipes in this article offer variations on this classic, including a white chocolate caramel cheesecake, a peanut butter cup cheesecake, and a salted caramel cheesecake. Each recipe is meticulously crafted to deliver an exceptional taste experience, ensuring that every bite is a moment of pure bliss.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
EASY SALTED CARAMEL CHEESECAKE
This Salted Caramel Cheesecake is the best you'll ever have! The caramel sauce is my favorite and you'll find that it isn't simply drizzled on top, but it's actually layered inside the cheesecake as well! It's smooth, creamy and delicious!
Provided by Lindsay
Categories Dessert
Time 3h55m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- To make the caramel sauce, pour the sugar into an even layer in a large saucier pan.
- 2. Heat on medium-high heat, whisking the sugar until melted. The sugar will clump up first, but will eventually completely melt. This should take about 10 minutes.
- 3. Once the sugar has melted, stop whisking and allow to cook until the sugar has turned to a little darker amber color. You may notice a nutty aroma. The change in color will happen quickly, so don't let it go too long or get too dark or it'll burn. Remove the caramel from the heat. 4.
- Add the butter and whisk until combined. The mixture will bubble up quite a bit, but keep whisking until all the butter has melted and combined. 5.
- Slowly pour the heavy cream into the caramel and whisk until incorporated. I find it can help to add just a bit at a time until the caramel starts to thin out, then you can add the rest. Whisk until well incorporated and smooth. 6.
- Set about 1 1/2 cups of caramel sauce aside for topping. Add the flour to the remaining caramel and set that aside. 7.
- To make the cheesecake crust, preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a 9-inch (23cm) springform pan with parchment paper in the bottom and grease the sides. 8. C
- mbine the crust ingredients in a small bowl. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of the springform pan. 9. B
- ke the crust for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool. 10.
- over the outsides of the pan with aluminum foil so that water from the water bath cannot get in (see how I prepare my pan for a water bath). Set prepared pan aside. 11.
- educe oven temperature to 300°F (148°C). 12. Po
- r the caramel sauce with the flour into the bottom of the crust and spread into an even layer. 13. To
- make the cheesecake filling, beat the cream cheese, brown sugar and flour in a large mixer bowl on low speed until well combined and smooth. Be sure to use low speed to reduce the amount of air added to the batter, which can cause cracks. Scrape down the sides of the bowl. 14. Ad
- the sour cream and vanilla extract and mix on low speed until well combined. 15. Ad
- the eggs one at a time, mixing slowly to combine after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed to make sure everything is well combined. 16. Po
- r the cheesecake batter into the crust, over the caramel. 17. Pl
- ce the springform pan inside another larger pan. Fill the outside pan with enough warm water to go about halfway up the sides of the springform pan. The water should not go above the top edge of the aluminum foil on the springform pan. 18. Ba
- e for 1 hour 45 minutes. The center should be set, but still jiggly. 19. Tu
- n off the oven and leave the door closed for 30 minutes. The cheesecake will continue to cook, but slowly begin to cool as well. 20. Cr
- ck the door of the oven for 30 minutes to allow the cheesecake to continue to cool slowly. This process helps prevent cracking. 21. Re
- ove the cheesecake from the oven and remove the water bath and wrapping. 22. Re
- rigerate cheesecake until completely cool and firm, 5-6 hours. When the cheesecake is cool and firm, remove it from the springform pan and place on a serving dish. 23. Pr
- or to serving, pour 1/2 a cup of the remaining caramel sauce over the cheesecake and sprinkle with some toffee bits. Serve cheesecake slices with the remaining cup of caramel sauce, for drizzling. 24. St
- re cheesecake in the fridge. Cheesecake is best for 3-4 days.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 slice, Calories 632 calories, Sugar 55.7 g, Sodium 453.8 mg, Fat 34.7 g, SaturatedFat 20.6 g, TransFat 0.9 g, Carbohydrate 72.5 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 9.1 g, Cholesterol 148.4 mg
CANDY BAR CHEESECAKE
"With this recipe, you can easily create a cheesecake that tastes like a fancy store-bought treat," Julie Cervenka relates from Ballwin, Missouri. "It's always requested when I'm asked to bring dessert to a function."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h40m
Yield 12-14 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine wafer crumbs and sugar; stir in butter. Press onto the bottom and 1-1/2 in. up the sides of a greased 9-in. springform pan. Place pan on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square); securely wrap foil around pan. Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake at 325° for 12 minutes. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, milk, chocolate syrup and vanilla until smooth. Add eggs; beat just until combined. Stir in 2-1/2 cups chopped candy bars. Pour into crust. Place springform pan in a large baking pan; add 1 in. of hot water to larger pan. , Bake at 325° for 75-80 minutes or until center is just set and top appears dull. Remove springform pan from water bath. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight., Top with remaining chopped candy bars; drizzle with additional chocolate syrup.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 347 calories, Fat 16g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 233mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
Tips:
- For a richer cheesecake flavor, use full-fat cream cheese and sour cream.
- Make sure the cream cheese and sour cream are at room temperature before mixing them together. This will help prevent lumps.
- Do not overbeat the cheesecake batter. Overbeating can cause the cheesecake to be dense and crumbly.
- Bake the cheesecake in a water bath. This will help prevent the cheesecake from cracking.
- Chill the cheesecake for at least 4 hours before serving. This will help the cheesecake set properly.
- For a caramel sauce with a deeper flavor, use dark brown sugar.
- If you don't have a candy thermometer, you can test the caramel sauce by dropping a small amount into a glass of cold water. If the caramel forms a soft ball, it is ready.
- When assembling the cheesecake, make sure the caramel sauce is completely cool. Otherwise, it will melt the cheesecake.
Conclusion:
This Layered Caramel Candy Bar Cheesecake is a decadent and delicious dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of chocolate, caramel, and cheesecake is sure to please everyone. With a few simple tips, you can make this cheesecake at home and impress your friends and family.
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