Description
Indulge in the rich, creamy goodness of Sweet Potato Caramel Cheesecake! This delightful dessert combines the warm flavors of roasted sweet potatoes with a smooth, luscious cheesecake, all topped with a decadent caramel sauce. Perfect for fall gatherings or cozy nights at home, this cheesecake is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
For the Sweet Potato Filling:
- 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes (fresh or canned)
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
For the Caramel Sauce:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and brown sugar. Press this mixture into the bottom of a greased 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then let cool.
- Make the Filling: In a large bowl, beat together softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add sour cream, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and mashed sweet potatoes. Mix until well combined.
- Bake the Cheesecake: Pour the filling over the cooled crust. Bake in the oven for about 60 minutes or until the edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle. Allow it to cool in the oven with the door ajar for about 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Prepare the Caramel Sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt sugar until it turns a deep amber color. Remove from heat, stir in butter, then slowly whisk in heavy cream and vanilla until smooth. Let cool slightly.
- Serve: Drizzle the caramel sauce over the chilled cheesecake before slicing. Enjoy!
Notes
- For a richer flavor, roast fresh sweet potatoes instead of using canned ones.
- This cheesecake can be made a day in advance for better flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g