Description
Millionaires cheesecake combines luxurious layers of caramel, chocolate, and creamy filling without baking. Rich flavors and silky textures invite you to indulge in this irresistible dessert that promises pure culinary bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 (8 ounces) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped to stiff peaks
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Topping and Flavoring Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Chocolate sauce
- Caramel sauce
- Chopped nuts
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Crush graham crackers into fine crumbs and blend with sugar, then drizzle melted butter throughout the mixture until it clumps like damp sand. Press the mixture compactly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan, creating an even base. Refrigerate for 15 minutes to firm the crust.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, whip cream cheese and sugar until achieving a silky, lump-free consistency. Incorporate sour cream and vanilla extract, blending thoroughly until the mixture becomes uniform and glossy.
- Gently fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, creating a light, airy texture that maintains its volume and softness. Ensure ingredients are fully integrated without deflating the mixture.
- Transfer the luxurious filling onto the chilled crust, using a spatula to spread evenly and create a smooth, level surface. Eliminate any air pockets by gently tapping the pan.
- Seal the cheesecake with plastic wrap and allow it to set in the refrigerator for 4-6 hours or preferably overnight. The extended chilling time allows flavors to meld and texture to stabilize.
- When ready to serve, carefully release the springform pan’s clasp. Garnish with optional toppings like caramel drizzle, chocolate shavings, or chopped nuts. Slice with a clean, warm knife for precise servings.
Notes
- Swap graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or crushed gluten-free cookies for a celiac-friendly version.
- Use room temperature cream cheese to achieve a smoother, lump-free filling that blends effortlessly.
- Freeze the cheesecake for 1-2 hours before serving to get clean, precise slices that hold their shape perfectly.
- Replace heavy cream with coconut cream for a dairy-free option that maintains the rich, creamy texture of the dessert.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg