Description
Indulge in the decadence of this Millionaire’s Cheesecake that features layers of creamy cheesecake, rich caramel, and luscious chocolate ganache. This show-stopping dessert is perfect for special occasions or when you want to impress guests with a truly luxurious treat.
Ingredients
Scale
For the crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs or digestive biscuit crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the cheesecake layer:
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
For the caramel layer:
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons corn syrup or golden syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the chocolate ganache:
- 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- For the crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press mixture into the pan bottom. Bake for 10 minutes.
- For the cheesecake layer: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add sour cream, vanilla, and eggs. Pour over crust, bake for 45–50 minutes.
- For the caramel layer: Cook ingredients in a saucepan until thickened. Pour over chilled cheesecake.
- For the ganache: Heat cream, add chocolate, stir until smooth. Pour over caramel. Chill before serving.
Notes
- For easy slicing, warm the knife between cuts.
- Homemade caramel sauce is recommended for best flavor.
- Garnish with sea salt or gold sprinkles for a luxurious touch.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking, No-Bake (for toppings)
- Cuisine: American, British-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 38 g
- Sodium: 290 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 21 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg
