Decadent Bourbon Pecan Caramel Cheesecake Recipe: A Rich, Creamy Dessert Delight

Ingredients

• Crust:
  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 6 tablespoons butter, room temperature
• Filling:
  • 6 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1 ½ cups sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 6 large eggs
  • ¾ cup salted caramel sauce (divided)
  • 2 tablespoons bourbon
• Topping:
  • ¼ cup salted caramel sauce
  • 12 pralines, chopped

Preparation

Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with this Bourbon Pecan Caramel Cheesecake, a perfect blend of rich, creamy cheesecake, crunchy pecans, and a hint of bourbon. This recipe is ideal for special occasions or when you want to treat yourself to something truly decadent.

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a food processor or stand mixer, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and butter until the mixture sticks together. Press the crust firmly into the bottom of a 10-inch springform pan, optionally pressing it 2 inches up the sides for a thicker crust. Bake for 10 minutes, then allow to cool.

Reduce the oven temperature to 300°F (150°C). In a mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, vanilla, and salt, mixing on low until fully incorporated. Scrape the bowl, then slowly add the eggs, one at a time, mixing just until combined. Gently fold in ½ cup of salted caramel sauce and bourbon. Pour the filling over the cooled crust.

Create a water bath by wrapping the springform pan in foil and placing it on a sheet tray. Fill the tray with water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the pan. Bake the cheesecake for at least 50 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges jiggle slightly. If the top browns too quickly, cover it loosely with foil. Cool the cheesecake to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Before serving, run a knife around the edge of the pan and release the springform. Drizzle the remaining ¼ cup of caramel sauce over the top and sprinkle with chopped pralines. Slice and serve this luxurious dessert, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying as a special treat.

Enjoy this Bourbon Pecan Caramel Cheesecake, a dessert that combines the best of creamy, crunchy, and boozy flavors in every bite!