Irresistible Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cheesecakes Recipe
These Irresistible Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cheesecakes are a delightful treat featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake filling studded with chocolate chips, and a luscious salted caramel drizzle topped with a sprinkle of sea salt. Perfectly balanced between sweet and salty, these individual cheesecakes are ideal for dessert lovers seeking a rich and indulgent bite-sized delight.
- Author: Douaa
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 individual cheesecakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Crust
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce
Topping
- Remaining salted caramel sauce for drizzling
- Sea salt, for garnish
- Preheat and Prepare Crust: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a cupcake pan with paper liners. In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of each cupcake liner to create an even crust layer.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth and creamy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to incorporate fully. Stir in vanilla extract and sour cream, mixing until the batter is velvety and lump-free.
- Add Chocolate Chips and Caramel: Gently fold in the chocolate chips along with half of the salted caramel sauce, ensuring even distribution throughout the cheesecake filling.
- Fill and Bake: Spoon the cheesecake batter into each cupcake liner filling them approximately 3/4 full. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes. The cheesecakes should appear set around the edges but remain slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool and Chill: Turn off the oven and let the cheesecakes cool inside for 10 minutes to prevent cracking. Remove them and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to fully set and chill before serving.
- Serve: Before serving, drizzle the remaining salted caramel sauce over each cheesecake and sprinkle lightly with sea salt to enhance the flavors and add a beautiful finishing touch.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature to avoid lumps in the batter.
- Do not overbake; the center should remain slightly jiggly to maintain a creamy texture once chilled.
- Use high-quality salted caramel sauce for the best flavor impact.
- Store cheesecakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a firmer texture, chill overnight before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheesecake (approx. 100g)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
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