Description
Salted caramel cheesecake brulee brings luxurious French pastry techniques to a classic dessert, merging creamy cheesecake with crisp caramelized sugar. Sweet-salty layers promise a sophisticated indulgence that delights sophisticated palates and leaves everyone craving another heavenly bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheesecake Base:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 6 tablespoons butter, melted
Main Filling Ingredients:
- 3 (8 ounces) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Finishing and Flavor Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 cup sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Craft a buttery foundation by blending graham cracker crumbs with sugar and melted butter, pressing firmly into a springform pan. Bake at 325F for 10 minutes, then allow to cool completely.
- Whip cream cheese until velvety smooth, gradually incorporating sugar. Introduce eggs individually, ensuring thorough integration after each addition. Gently fold in vanilla, sour cream, and heavy cream until mixture achieves a luxurious consistency.
- Transfer filling onto the prepared crust, creating an even layer. Place in preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, watching for a slightly trembling center that indicates perfect doneness.
- Once baked, switch off oven and leave cheesecake inside with door slightly open for one hour. This gradual cooling prevents surface cracking. Refrigerate for minimum 4 hours or overnight to set completely.
- After chilling, generously drizzle caramel sauce across the surface, creating elegant swirls. Delicately sprinkle sea salt to enhance flavor complexity.
- For the signature brulee finish, evenly dust granulated sugar across the cheesecake. Use a kitchen torch to transform sugar into a crackling golden crust, moving flame continuously to prevent burning.
- Allow caramelized sugar to solidify for 2-3 minutes, creating a glass-like topping. Slice and serve immediately to preserve the crisp sugar shell.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature to prevent lumps and create a smooth, silky filling.
- Use a water bath when baking to prevent cracks and promote even, gentle cooking of the cheesecake.
- Crush graham crackers finely for a more compact and stable crust that holds together perfectly.
- Experiment with alternative crusts like chocolate cookie or nut-based options for different flavor profiles and dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 36 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg