Moose Munch Cheesecake Delightful and Easy Recipe

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 0.5 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.333 cups granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
• 2 packages (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
• 1 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cups heavy cream
• 1 cups caramel sauce
• 1 cups Moose Munch popcorn (chocolate, caramel, and nut variety)
• 0 Optional: chocolate shavings for garnishing

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, cocoa powder, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
2. Place the crust in the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes. Allow it to cool on a wire rack while you prepare the cheesecake filling.
3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until creamy and smooth (about 2-3 minutes).
4. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
5. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed just until combined after each addition. Avoid over-mixing to prevent cracks in your cheesecake.
6. Gently fold in the heavy cream until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
7. Reserve ¼ cup of caramel sauce for drizzling later, then fold the remaining caramel into the cheesecake mixture until well distributed.
8. Carefully pour the cheesecake batter over the cooled crust in the springform pan. Tap the pan lightly on the counter to remove any air bubbles. Bake in the oven for about 50-60 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
9. Turn off the oven and crack the door, allowing the cheesecake to cool inside for 1 hour. This will prevent it from cracking. Once cooled, refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight for the best flavor.
10. Once chilled, remove the cheesecake from the springform pan. Drizzle the reserved caramel sauce over the top and sprinkle the Moose Munch popcorn generously on top of the cake.
11. Cut the cheesecake into slices and serve cold, garnished with optional chocolate shavings for an extra touch.