Ingredients
– 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
– 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 4 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 4 large eggs
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 cup caramel sauce
– 1 cup chocolate ganache (store-bought or homemade)
– Sea salt, for garnish
Equipment Needed
– 9-inch springform pan
– Mixing bowls
– Electric mixer
– Rubber spatula
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Baking sheet
– Parchment paper
– Serving platter
Step-by-Step Instructions
To kick off this cheesecake masterpiece, preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). While that’s heating up, mix the graham cracker crumbs with melted butter in a bowl until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of your springform pan to create a solid crust—this will give your cheesecake that perfect foundation. Plus, the smell of the buttery crumbs baking will have your taste buds tingling! (See the next page below to continue steps…)