A decadent and creamy Caramel Crumble Cheesecake with a crunchy streusel topping, perfect for any occasion.
Author:Caroline Jones
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:55 minutes
Total Time:1 hr 15 min
Yield:8–10 slices 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
2 cups crushed digestive biscuits or graham crackers
1/2 cup melted butter
1/4 cup brown sugar
3 (8 oz) packs cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup sour cream
3 large eggs
1 tbsp cornstarch
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for crumble topping)
1/4 cup brown sugar (for crumble topping)
1/4 cup butter, cold and cubed (for crumble topping)
Pinch of cinnamon (for crumble topping)
1 cup sugar (for caramel sauce)
6 tbsp butter (for caramel sauce)
1/2 cup heavy cream (for caramel sauce)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a springform pan with parchment paper.
Mix crushed biscuits with melted butter and brown sugar. Press into the pan for the crust.
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add sour cream, eggs, cornstarch, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Blend until fully combined.
Pour filling over the crust and bake for 50–55 minutes, or until the center is almost set.
While baking, make the crumble by mixing flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and butter until coarse crumbs form. Bake separately at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 minutes until golden.
For caramel, heat sugar in a pan until melted and amber in color. Stir in butter, then slowly add cream and simmer until thick.
Let cheesecake cool completely, top with crumble, and drizzle with warm caramel sauce.
Notes
Let cheesecake chill overnight for best flavor and structure.
Use a water bath during baking for a smooth, crack-free finish.
Make caramel ahead of time and reheat gently before serving.