Millionaire's Cheesecake

5 from 12 votes

This Millionaire's cheesecake is a rich decadent dessert that will definitely have you coming back for another slice. With a sweet shortbread base, rich caramel cheesecake filling, and topped with a layer of chocolate ganache will soon make millionaire cheesecake one of your favorite desserts.

Prep Time30

Cook Time5

Total Time35

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: British, scottish

Servings: Servings

Calories: 519kcal

Author: Amanda

Equipment

1 9 inch springform round baking tin

Ingredients

Shortbread base

320 Grams Shortbread cookies I used gluten free shortbread cookies but you could also use digestives if preferred.
150 Grams Butter Melted

Caramel layer (Optional)

2 Tablespoons Caramel sauce

Caramel Cheesecake filling

340 Grams Full fat Cream Cheese Always use full fat cream cheese as the higher fat content is required for a firm setting. I used Philadelphia full fat cream cheese.
100 Grams Powdered sugar Sieved
300 ml Heavy cream AKA Double cream
2 Tablespoons Caramel sauce

Chocolate ganache topping

150 Grams Chocolate Milk or dark chocolate (You could use half milk half dark. Its really up to your preferred taste.
150 ml Heavy cream AKA Double cream
2 Tablespoons Melted White chocolate Optional for decoration

Instructions

How to make the shortbread base

Line the bottom and sides of your springform tin with greaseproof paper.
Place the cookies in a food bag and using a rolling pin or wooden spoon crush them until they resemble crumbs then add to a mixing bowl.
Melt the butter and add to the crumb mixture, Mix well until fully combined.
Transfer the mixture into your springform cake tin spread evenly, and press down firmly on the crumb mixture until it feels firm and compact in the tin. Place in the fridge to set. I recommend leaving it to set in the refrigerator for around 1 hour.

Caramel layer

Adding the caramel layer is optional and adds further richness to the finished cheesecake. You can skip this part if preferred. I have made it both with and without the caramel layer and both are delicious.
Once the base has had time to set spread 2 tablespoons of caramel sauce evenly. Return to the fridge to firm up further while making the cheesecake filling.

How to make the caramel cheesecake filling

In a large bowl with an electric mixer beat cream cheese until soft, and add the powdered sugar until fully combined.
Add heavy cream and caramel sauce and beat until mixture is smooth and thick.
Remove the base prepared earlier from the refrigerator and spoon the filling mixture into the tin and carefully spread evenly and smooth out on the top of the mixture. Place in the fridge to set for 3 hours before making the chocolate ganache topping.

How to make the Chocolate ganache topping

Chop the chocolate up as finely as you can and place it in a large bowl.
Add cream into a small non-stick saucepan and heat on medium-high heat until the cream is hot stirring continuously. DO NOT bring the cream to a boil.
Carefully pour the hot cream into the bowl with the chopped chocolate and leave it to sit for 3-4 minutes. This will allow the hot cream to begin to melt the chocolate.
Stir the melted chocolate and cream together until fully combined and smooth. Leave the chocolate ganache to come down to room temperature for approx. 15 minutes.
Remove the cheesecake from the fridge once the ganache has had time to reach room temperature.
Carefully and slowly pour the chocolate ganache over the top of the caramel cheesecake layer and spread it evenly.
Return the millionaire cheesecake to the fridge and leave it to set for a further 4 hours. Preferably overnight.
Drizzle melted white chocolate to decorate if desired.

Notes

NOTE: You may need to be extra careful when slicing if adding the caramel layer on top of the cookie base depending on the consistency of the caramel used this may make the cheesecake more delicate to handle as the cheesecake layer may slide on the base. (This is optional but I do like the extra richness this adds to the finished dish. I would leave this layer out if I am making the cheesecake and transporting)

How to slice the Millionaire's cheesecake

Using a sharp knife. Run the knife under hot water to heat, dry the knife and then slice carefully while the knife is still hot. This makes it easier to slice and makes for a nice clean-cut presentation.

Storage: The millionaire shortbread cheesecake can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

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