Pecan Caramel Cheesecake - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 lbs cream cheese
1 cup granulated sugar
1 egg yolk
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 cup pecan pieces
1 pinch sea salt

Preparation

Preheat over to 350. In a medium bowl mix the crust ingredients (graham cracker crumbs, butter, sugar) until thouroughly combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
For the cheesecake, mix the cream cheese and sugar until well incorporated. Add the eggs one at a time, and mix completely after each addition. Add the vanilla extract and mix until blended.
Pour the cheesecake mixture into the pan. Bake until ready (about 40 minutes). Let cool completely.
For the caramel, combine the sugar and 1 tablespoon of water in a small saucepan. Place over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. Let boil until amber in color. Immediately add the butter and stir to incorporate. Remove from heat, add the heavy cream, and mix well. Let cool to room temperature.
Pour the caramel over the cheesecake and scatter the pecan and sea salt over the top.