✔ 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs 🍪
✔ ¼ cup granulated sugar
✔ ½ cup unsalted butter (melted) 🧈
For the Cheesecake Filling:
✔ 24 oz (3 blocks) cream cheese (softened) 🧀
✔ 1 cup granulated sugar
✔ 3 large eggs 🥚
✔ 1 cup heavy cream 🥛
✔ 1 tablespoon vanilla extract ✨
✔ 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional, for balance) 🍋
For the Caramelized Sugar Topping:
✔ ¼ cup granulated sugar
✔ 1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional, for deeper flavor)
✅ Optional Garnish: Fresh berries, mint leaves, or a drizzle of caramel!
