The Perfect Dream Cheesecake

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Chilli Pepper & Caramel Base

• 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
• 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 tsp chilli pepper flakes
• 1/4 cup caramel sauce

Salted Caramel Filling

• 3 containers (24oz) of Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 4 large eggs
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup salted caramel sauce

Espresso & Chocolate Topping

• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
• 1 tsp instant espresso powder
• Chocolate covered espresso beans for garnish

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 325F.
2. In a bowl, mix together graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar and chilli pepper flakes until moistened. Press the mixture onto the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
3. Drizzle the caramel sauce on top of the crust.
4. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and fluffy. Add sugar, vanilla extract, eggs, heavy cream and salted caramel sauce and continue beating until well combined.
5. Pour the mixture onto the crust and spread it evenly.
6. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden and the center is almost set.
7. Remove from oven and let it cool to room temperature. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
8. When ready to serve, heat heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until just boiling.
9. Remove from heat and whisk in semisweet chocolate chips and instant espresso powder until fully melted and combined.
10. Pour the chocolate mixture on top of the cheesecake and spread it evenly.
11. Garnish with chocolate covered espresso beans and serve chilled.