~ WALNUT CARAMEL CHEESECAKE ~

~ Walnut Caramel Cheesecake ~ image

Provided by Cassie *

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 13

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

Steps:

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.