Caramel Speculoos Cheesecake

This cheesecake is a sweet and delicious dessert that combines the creamy texture of Philadelphia cream cheese with the rich taste of caramel and the crunchy goodness of speculoos cookies. It’s an easy-to-make recipe that is perfect for any special occasion.

Ingredients:

250g speculoos cookies (crushed)
100g butter (melted)
750g Philadelphia cream cheese
200g granulated sugar
50ml caramel sauce
4 large eggs
Optional: whipped cream and additional caramel sauce for serving

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 160°C (fan)/180°C (conventional).
Mix the crushed speculoos cookies and melted butter together until combined, then press the mixture into the base of a 23cm springform baking tin, ensuring it is compact and even.
Bake the base for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and set aside to cool completely.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the Philadelphia cream cheese with an electric mixer until creamy and smooth. Add the granulated sugar and caramel sauce, and continue to beat until well combined.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next.
Pour the mixture over the cooled base, smoothing the top.
Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set but still has a slight wobble in the center.
Turn off the oven and open the door slightly, but leave the cheesecake inside to cool slowly for at least an hour.
Once the cheesecake has cooled to room temperature, carefully remove it from the tin, slice, and serve with a dollop of whipped cream and additional caramel sauce (if desired).

Verdict:

This caramel speculoos cheesecake is a decadent and creamy dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of crunchy speculoos cookies, creamy Philadelphia cream cheese, and sweet caramel sauce is a winning combination, creating a dessert that is both rich and delicious.

Serving Suggestions:

This cheesecake is best served chilled, so you may want to place it in the refrigerator for a couple of hours before serving. You can also top it with whipped cream and drizzle some additional caramel sauce over the top for a truly indulgent dessert.