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CARAMEL CANDY CHEESECAKE

Sana Umer
This rich and creamy Caramel Candy Cheesecake features a buttery graham cracker crust, silky cheesecake filling, and layers of gooey caramel and chopped candy bars. A show-stopping dessert perfect for holidays and special occasions.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Chill time: 4 hours
Total Time 2 hours
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 serves
Calories 520 kcal

Ingredients
  

or the Crust:

  • 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted

For the Cheesecake Filling:

  • 3 8 oz packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup caramel sauce
  • 1 cup chopped caramel candies or caramel-filled candy bars e.g. Snickers, Twix

For Topping:

  • ¼ cup caramel sauce for drizzling
  • Extra chopped candy bars optional
  • Whipped cream optional

Instructions
 

Preheat Oven:

  • Preheat to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and wrap the outside with foil.

Make the Crust:

  • Combine graham crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 10 minutes. Set aside to cool.

Prepare the Filling:

  • Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and mix until combined. Beat in eggs, one at a time. Stir in vanilla, sour cream, and caramel sauce.

Add Candy:

  • Fold in chopped caramel candy pieces. Pour the filling over the crust and smooth the top.

Bake:

  • Place the pan in a larger roasting pan filled with 1 inch of hot water. Bake for 55–60 minutes, until center is just set.

Cool & Chill:

  • Turn off oven, crack door, and let cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour. Remove, cool completely, then chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Decorate:

  • Drizzle with caramel sauce and sprinkle with more chopped candy bars and whipped cream, if desired.

Notes

Make Ahead: Cheesecake can be made up to 2 days in advance. Add toppings before serving.
Candy Options: Snickers, Twix, Rolos, or Milky Way work great.
Storage: Keep covered in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Freezing: Wrap tightly and freeze up to 2 months without toppings.
Topping Tip: Warm caramel sauce slightly before drizzling for a smooth finish.
Keyword candy bar cheesecake, caramel candy cheesecake, Caramel cheesecake, holiday dessert