Salted Caramel Millionaires Cheesecake

Name: Salted Caramel Millionaires Cheesecake
Cuisine: European, Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups crushed shortbread cookies; 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted; For the caramel layer:; 1 cup granulated sugar; 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1 teaspoon sea salt; For the cheesecake layer; 3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 3 large eggs; 1/4 cup sour cream; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

17 steps

Additional Tips: For a firmer caramel layer, consider chilling the first layer of caramel until it's quite firm before adding the cheesecake mixture. Run a knife along the edge of the cheesecake before releasing the springform to ensure it doesn’t stick.

Updated at: Mon, 15 Jul 2024 15:14:51 GMT

Ingredients

1 servings

1 ½ cupsshortbread cookies

crushed

¼ cupunsalted butter

melted

For the caramel layer:

1 cupgranulated sugar

6 tablespoonsunsalted butter

cut into pieces

½ cupheavy cream

1 teaspoonsea salt

For cheesecake layer

3 x 8 ouncescream cheese

packages, softened

1 cupgranulated sugar

1 teaspoonvanilla extract

1 cupsemi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

Step 1

Prepare the Crust:

Step 2

Combine the crushed shortbread cookies and melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Chill in the refrigerator while you prepare the other layers.

Step 3

Make the Caramel:

Step 4

In a medium saucepan, melt the sugar over medium heat, stirring constantly to prevent burning. Once the sugar is melted and turns a golden brown, add the butter and stir until melted.

Step 5

Slowly drizzle in the heavy cream while stirring (the mixture will bubble vigorously). Allow the mixture to boil for a minute, then remove from heat and stir in the sea salt.

Step 6

Pour half of the caramel over the chilled crust and return it to the fridge to set. Reserve the remaining caramel for topping.

Step 7

Cheesecake Layer:

Step 8

Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).

Step 9

In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add vanilla extract, then eggs one at a time, mixing just enough to incorporate. Stir in sour cream.

Step 10

Pour the cheesecake mixture over the caramel layer in the crust. Smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 11

Bake the Cheesecake:

Step 12

Bake for 45-55 minutes or until the center is just set and the edges are lightly golden. Turn off the oven, slightly open the door, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour to prevent cracking.

Step 13

Prepare the Ganache:

Step 14

Heat the heavy cream until it just begins to simmer, then pour it over the chocolate chips in a bowl. Let it sit for a few minutes, then stir until smooth and glossy.

Step 15

Assemble and Chill:

Step 16

Pour the chocolate ganache over the cooled cheesecake. Drizzle with the remaining caramel and sprinkle with a little more sea salt.

Step 17

Chill the cheesecake in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.