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Salted Caramel No Bake Cheesecake

Salted Caramel No Bake Cheesecake Recipe

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  • Author: Molly
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1.5-2 hours (for caramel)
  • Total Time: 9 hours (including refrigeration)
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Salted Caramel No Bake Cheesecake is a decadent dessert with a perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors. The creamy cheesecake is topped with a luscious homemade caramel sauce and optional toffee bits for added crunch.


Ingredients

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  • 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk (1 can)
  • ½ teaspoon flake sea salt
  • 2¼ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 20 cracker sheets)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 10 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1⅛ cups heavy whipping cream (COLD)
  • 24 ounces full-fat cream cheese (3 bricks, room temperature)
  • 6 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup sour cream (room temperature)
  • ½ lemon (juiced)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • Homemade or store-bought caramel sauce (for topping)
  • English toffee bits (optional, for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F. Pour sweetened condensed milk into a 9×13-inch glass baking dish, sprinkle with sea salt, and cover with foil. Place the dish in a larger pan with water, baking for 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring every 30 minutes. Allow the caramel to cool.
  2. For the crust, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and kosher salt. Add melted butter and mix until the crumbs are fully coated. Press the mixture firmly into a springform pan and freeze until set.
  3. In a stand mixer, beat heavy whipping cream on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
  4. In the same mixer bowl, beat cream cheese, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until smooth. Add sour cream, lemon juice, and vanilla extract, and beat until well-combined.
  5. Fold in the whipped cream by hand until fully incorporated.
  6. Remove the crust from the freezer, pour the cooled caramel over it, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  7. Spread the cheesecake mixture over the caramel layer, smoothing it evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or up to 48 hours to set.
  8. Before serving, drizzle with extra caramel sauce and sprinkle with toffee bits for garnish.

Notes

  • This cheesecake can be made up to 48 hours in advance, making it a great option for party planning.
  • Allow enough time for the cheesecake to set; it needs about 8 hours of refrigeration.
  • If you don’t have a stand mixer, you can whip the cream and mix the ingredients by hand. It will take a little longer but will still work.
  • You can freeze the cheesecake for up to 3 months. Be sure to wrap it well before freezing.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 878 kcal
  • Sugar: 54g
  • Sodium: 718mg
  • Fat: 64g
  • Saturated Fat: 38g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 68g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 182mg