A Caramel Swirl Cheesecake is an irresistible dessert with a creamy, rich cheesecake base and luscious ribbons of caramel running throughout. It’s perfect for celebrations or anytime you want to impress with a decadent, bakery-style treat.
🍮🍰 Caramel Swirl Cheesecake Recipe
📋 Ingredients:
For the Crust:
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1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
For the Filling:
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3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
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1 cup granulated sugar
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3 large eggs
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¾ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
For the Caramel Swirl:
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½ cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
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Extra caramel for drizzling (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions:
1. Make the crust:
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Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
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Mix graham crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined.
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Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 8–10 minutes, then cool.
2. Make the filling:
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Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth (no lumps!).
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Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low.
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Blend in sour cream, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
3. Assemble with caramel swirl:
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Pour half the cheesecake batter into the crust. Drizzle with half the caramel.
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Repeat with remaining batter and drizzle the rest of the caramel.
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Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the caramel into the batter (don’t overdo it).
4. Bake:
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Wrap the pan with foil and place it in a water bath (bain-marie) for even baking.
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Bake for 55–70 minutes, or until the center is just slightly jiggly.
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Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour.
5. Chill:
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Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before removing from pan.
6. Serve:
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Drizzle with extra caramel sauce and top with whipped cream, sea salt, or toffee bits if desired.
📝 Tips:
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Use room temperature ingredients for a silky-smooth texture.
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Want a richer caramel swirl? Use salted caramel or brown butter caramel.
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Cheesecake freezes well—wrap tightly and thaw in the fridge overnight.
Would you like a no-bake caramel cheesecake version or a mini cheesecake variation for individual servings?