Go Back
–+ servings
Bacon Caramel Cheesecake

Irresistibly Indulgent Bacon Caramel Cheesecake Recipe

This Bacon Caramel Cheesecake offers a decadent blend of salty and sweet flavors for a unique dessert experience.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 12 slices
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • medium bowl
  • large mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • spatula
  • Saucepan

Ingredients
  

For the Crust

  • 1.5 cups chocolate cookie crumbs provides a rich base
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter melted

For the Cheesecake Filling

  • 24 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar adjust to taste
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 0.5 cup caramel sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 0.75 cups crumpled bacon crispy

For the Ganache Topping

  • 4 ounces semisweet chocolate high-quality
  • 0.25 cup heavy cream heat just until steaming

Optional Topping

  • 1 pinch sea salt to enhance flavor

Instructions
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Bacon Caramel Cheesecake

  • Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
  • Combine chocolate cookie crumbs with melted unsalted butter until wet sand-like. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  • Beat softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth using an electric mixer.
  • Gently blend in sour cream until fully incorporated.
  • Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed. Stir in caramel sauce and crumbled bacon.
  • Pour cheesecake filling over pre-baked crust, smoothing the top.
  • Bake the cheesecake for 35 to 45 minutes, checking for slightly jiggly center.
  • Turn off the oven and cool the cheesecake inside with the door ajar for 1 hour.
  • Transfer cheesecake to the refrigerator to chill for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
  • For ganache, heat heavy cream until steaming, pour over chopped semisweet chocolate, and stir until smooth.
  • Pour ganache over chilled cheesecake, allowing it to drip over edges. Add crumbled bacon and a sprinkle of sea salt if desired.
  • Release the springform pan and slice the cheesecake to serve chilled.

Notes

Use high-quality ingredients for the best results and allow sufficient chilling time for flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 6gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Bacon Caramel Cheesecake, Cheesecake, dessert, easy recipe, indulgent, sweet and savory
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!