Millionaire Cheesecake
A luxurious dessert featuring layers of creamy cheese filling, buttery graham cracker crust, and rich toppings like chocolate ganache and caramel sauce, perfect for special occasions.
Ingredients
For the crust
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the filling
- 4 packages (8-ounce) cream cheese, softened Use room temperature for best results
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
For the topping
- 1 cup chocolate ganache For drizzling
- 1 cup caramel sauce For drizzling
- to taste sea salt Optional, for sprinkling
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan with butter or non-stick spray.
- In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Mix until well combined and the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared springform pan to create an even crust.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until fluffy and smooth.
- Gradually add the sugar and beat until well incorporated.
- Mix in the sour cream and vanilla extract. Ensure the ingredients are fully combined.
- Add the heavy cream and beat until the mixture is light and airy.
Baking
- Pour the cheese mixture over the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake for 55 to 60 minutes, or until the edge is set but the center still jiggles slightly.
- Turn off the oven and crack the oven door. Let the cheesecake cool in the oven for one hour.
Cooling and Serving
- Remove the cheesecake from the oven and cool completely at room temperature.
- Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
- Before serving, drizzle the chocolate ganache and caramel sauce over the top. Optionally sprinkle with sea salt.
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Notes
For the best flavor, allow the cheesecake to cool completely and set in the refrigerator overnight. Use room-temperature ingredients to avoid lumps, and consider using a water bath while baking for a smoother texture.