Salted Caramel Macchiato Cheesecake
A luxurious fusion of a classic espresso drink and a creamy dessert, featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, espresso-infused velvet filling, and a rich homemade salted caramel drizzle.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs finely crushed
- 5 tbsp unsalted butter melted
- 24 oz cream cheese softened to room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs room temperature
- 2 tbsp instant espresso powder dissolved in 1 tbsp hot water
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup sour cream full fat
- 0.5 cup salted caramel sauce warmed for drizzling
- 0.5 tsp flaky sea salt for garnish
Notes
For the best texture, ensure all dairy ingredients are at room temperature before mixing. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. To make ahead, the cheesecake can be frozen (without caramel topping) for up to 1 month.