Description
Salted Butterscotch Popcorn Cheesecake is a decadent dessert that beautifully balances creamy cheesecake with crunchy popcorn and rich butterscotch sauce. This indulgent treat combines sweet and salty flavors, making it perfect for any celebration or a cozy night in. With its stunning presentation and delightful taste, this cheesecake will leave your guests asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup sour cream
- ¾ cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 4 cups salted popcorn (freshly popped)
- Sea salt flakes (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press firmly into the bottom of a springform pan; bake for about 10 minutes until golden brown.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sour cream, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fully combined. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Add eggs one at a time on low speed; do not overmix. Pour filling over the crust and spread evenly. Bake for 50-60 minutes until set yet slightly jiggly in the center. Cool completely before chilling for at least four hours.
- For butterscotch sauce: Combine brown sugar, butter, and heavy whipping cream in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously until bubbling, then simmer until thickened.
- Once chilled, top the cheesecake with salted popcorn and drizzle with butterscotch sauce; finish with sea salt flakes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg