Description
An indulgent dessert that combines the creamy richness of cream cheese with crunchy Ritz crackers and luscious salted caramel.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box Ritz crackers
- 1 cup salted caramel sauce
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Creamy Base: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
- Fold in the Whipped Cream: Gently fold in the whipped cream until well combined, creating a light and airy mixture.
- Layer the Ritz Crackers: In a rectangular dish, layer Ritz crackers on the bottom, forming a crunchy base for your dessert.
- Spread the Cream Cheese Mixture: Spread a layer of the cream cheese mixture over the crackers, ensuring every cracker is covered with that fluffy goodness.
- Drizzle with Salted Caramel: Pour a layer of salted caramel sauce over the cream cheese mixture—don’t hold back; this is where the magic happens!
- Repeat the Layers: Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, making sure to finish with a layer of the cream cheese mixture on top for a beautiful presentation.
- Refrigerate to Set: Refrigerate for at least 240 minutes or overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the cake to set properly.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve chilled, drizzled with additional salted caramel if desired, and watch as your guests eagerly dig in!
Notes
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can freeze for up to a month.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg