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~ walnut caramel cheesecake ~

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Cassie *
Somewhere, PA

With working, I'm feeling like the families being neglected...LOL! So, I treated them with some cheesecake. An easy, yet yummy delight! Enjoy!

(1 rating)
yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 45 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For ~ walnut caramel cheesecake ~

  • 2 - 8 oz
    softened, cream cheese
  • 1/4 c
    sugar
  • 2
    eggs
  • 1 tsp
    vanilla extract
  • 25
    caramels
  • 3 Tbsp
    milk
  • 1/2 c
    chopped walnuts or favorite
  • 1 - 9
    inch graham cracker crust - store bought works
  • TOPPING
  • 1/4 c
    chopped walnuts
  • 10
    caramels
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp
    milk
  • whipped
    cream - optional

How To Make ~ walnut caramel cheesecake ~

  • 1
    Preheat oven to 350 degree F. Have a prepared graham cracker crust ready or use a store bought ad I did. Next, add caramels and milk to a small saucepan and over low heat, stir until melted. ( can also do this in microwave, stirring every 30 seconds until melted.) - Home made caramel can be used as well. Spread caramel into bottom of crust. Sprinkle nuts over caramel. Set aside.
  • 2
    In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until well combined. Beat in eggs and vanilla until creamy and well blended.
  • 3
    Spread cream cheese mixture evenly over caramel layer. Bake for 40 - 45 minutes or until set. Cool on rack for 15 minutes.
  • 4
    In small pan melt the 10 caramels with milk over low heat or melt in microwave. Drizzle top of cheesecake with caramel and sprinkle with nuts. Add a dollop of whipped cream as serving if desired. Keep leftovers refrigerated.
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