Ingredients for Caramel Brownie Cheesecake
- Nilla Wafer Crumbs
- Butter
- 14 ounces caramel candies
- Evaporated Milk
- 1 cup crumbled brownies
- 16 ounces (two 8-ounce packages) cream cheese
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- Vanilla Extract
- Whipped Cream
- Chocolate Curls
- Chocolate Covered Coffee Beans
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How to Make Caramel Brownie Cheesecake
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- **Prepare the crust:** In a medium bowl, combine 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs, ¼ cup granulated sugar, and 6 tablespoons (3 ounces) melted unsalted butter. Mix until evenly moistened.
- Firmly press the mixture into the bottom and 2 inches up the sides of a lightly greased 9-inch springform pan.
- Bake for 5 minutes. Let cool completely on a wire rack.
- **Make the caramel:** In a small heavy saucepan, combine 14 ounces caramel candies and ½ cup milk. Cook over low heat, stirring frequently, until caramels are completely melted and smooth.
- Pour the caramel mixture evenly over the cooled crust.
- Sprinkle 1 cup crumbled brownies (store-bought or homemade) over the caramel layer.
- **Prepare the cheesecake filling:** In a large bowl, beat 16 ounces (two 8-ounce packages) cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy (about 2 minutes).
- Gradually add 1 cup brown sugar, mixing well after each addition.
- Add 4 large eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, ensuring not to overmix.
- Stir in 1 cup sour cream and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the brownie-caramel layer.
- **Bake:** Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the cheesecake is almost set around the edges but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- **Cool and chill:** Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the oven door slightly ajar for 1 hour to prevent cracking. Then, remove and let cool completely to room temperature on a wire rack.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the cheesecake to fully set.
- **Serve:** Carefully remove the sides of the springform pan. Garnish with chocolate shavings, caramel sauce, or fresh berries, if desired.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
21 g
Sugar
93g
Fat
88g
Carbs
29g
