Twix Cheesecake
An indulgent cheesecake layered with chopped Twix bars, swirls of caramel, and topped with silky chocolate ganache. Creamy, crunchy, and irresistibly rich.
- Author: Ava
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 7 hours (including chilling)
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- Graham Cracker Crumbs: 1 ½ cups – Forms the buttery, crisp crust.
- Butter: 6 tablespoons, melted – Binds the crumbs and adds richness.
- Cream Cheese: 3 (8 oz) blocks, softened – The smooth, creamy base of the cheesecake.
- Granulated Sugar: ¾ cup – Sweetens the filling perfectly.
- Sour Cream: ½ cup – Adds a slight tang and creamy finish.
- Vanilla Extract: 1 tablespoon – Enhances all the flavors.
- Eggs: 3 large – Provide structure and richness.
- Chopped Twix Bars: 1 ½ cups – Adds gooey caramel and crunch to each bite.
- Caramel Sauce: ½ cup – Swirled into the batter and drizzled on top.
- Heavy Cream: ½ cup – Used in the ganache for silkiness.
- Chocolate Chips: 1 cup – Melted into a glossy ganache topping.
- Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Wrap the outside of a springform pan with foil to prepare for a water bath.
- Combine Ingredients: Mix graham crumbs and melted butter. Press into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 10 minutes and set aside.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Place the springform pan into a larger baking pan. Set aside for water bath.
- Assemble the Dish: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, sour cream, and vanilla. Mix in eggs one at a time. Fold in chopped Twix and swirl in caramel sauce.
- Cook to Perfection: Pour filling into crust. Pour hot water halfway up the sides of the larger baking pan. Bake 55–65 minutes until center is slightly jiggly.
- Finishing Touches: Turn off oven, crack door, and let cheesecake cool for 1 hour. Chill for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Serve and Enjoy: Top with ganache (melt chocolate chips with cream), extra caramel drizzle, and more chopped Twix. Slice and savor!
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients for a smooth filling.
- Let cheesecake cool slowly in the oven to prevent cracks.
- Refrigerate overnight for best flavor and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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