Caramel Cheesecake Heaven Recipe

Name: Caramel Cheesecake Heaven
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs; 6 tablespoons unsalted butter; 14 ounces individually wrapped caramels, unwrapped; 1 (5 ounce) can evaporated milk; 1 cup chopped pecans; 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese; ½ cup white sugar; 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract; 2 eggs; ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350F; butter one 9 inch springform pan.
2
Toast the pecans at 350F for 6 minutes.
3
Remove pecans and set aside.
4
Leave oven at 350F In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter.
5
Combine vanilla wafer crumbs with the melted butter then press into the bottom of the prepared springform pan.
6
Place the pan onto a cookie sheet and bake for 10 minutes.
7
Remove and allow to cool.
8
In a double boiler, or a bowl set over barely simmering water, melt the caramels in the evaporated milk.
9
Stir until smooth.
10
Pour this over the cooled crust.
11
Sprinkle the nuts over the top.
12
In a bowl, combine the cheese, sugar, and vanilla and beat until smooth, scraping down the bowl several times.
13
Add the eggs, one at a time and beat until smooth.
14
Melt the chocolate chips in the double boiler and mix into the cheese mixture.
15
Pour the batter over the caramel layer.
16
Bake at 350F for 40 minutes or until barely set.
17
Chill overnight in the refrigerator before serving.
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Enjoy.
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1246

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs, 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, 14 ounces individually wrapped caramels, unwrapped, 1 (5 ounce) can evaporated milk, and more.

Yes, Caramel Cheesecake Heaven falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Caramel Cheesecake Heaven

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Variations & substitutions

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