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Indulgent Salted Caramel Cheesecake: The Ultimate Decadent Dessert


  • Author: WAFA LI

Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 4 tbsp coconut oil, melted
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup

For the Cheesecake Filling:

  • 16 oz light cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Salted Caramel Topping:

  • 1/2 cup coconut cream
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. Combine graham cracker crumbs, coconut oil, and maple syrup in a bowl.
  3. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  4. Bake the crust for 8 minutes, then allow it to cool.
  5. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
  6. Add Greek yogurt, maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until creamy.
  7. Pour the filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 40–45 minutes, until the center is slightly set.
  9. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside with the door slightly open for 1 hour.
  10. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  11. For the caramel topping, combine coconut cream, maple syrup, and butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
  12. Simmer for 5–7 minutes, stirring frequently, until thickened.
  13. Remove from heat and stir in sea salt.
  14. Allow the caramel to cool slightly, then drizzle over the chilled cheesecake.
  15. Slice and serve.

PREP TIME & NUTRITION:

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 hours 15 minutes
  • Servings: 12
  • Calories: 310
  • Net Carbs: 18g
  • Fats: 22g
  • Protein: 8g