Delicious Christmas Cheesecake Lollipops Recipe

Begin by preheating your oven to 160 degrees Celsius (320 degrees Fahrenheit). In a bowl, combine the crushed digestive biscuits with the melted butter until well mixed. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased cake pan to form the base.

In another bowl, beat together the cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Finally, stir in the vanilla extract and chopped hazelnuts. Pour the cheesecake mixture over the prepared base.

Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 45 minutes or until the center is set. Once done, allow it to cool, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.

In a medium saucepan, heat the granulated sugar over medium heat, stirring constantly until it melts and turns amber. Once melted, carefully whisk in the heavy cream and butter. Be cautious as the mixture may bubble up.

Afterward, add a pinch of sea salt and stir until fully combined. Remove from heat and let the caramel sauce cool before using it to top the chilled cheesecake.

Once the cheesecake is completely chilled, cut it into bite-sized squares. Insert a lollipop stick into each square to create a pop. Drizzle the cooled salted caramel sauce over the cheesecake pops generously.

Next, dip the tops of the pops in melted chocolate and decorate with sprinkles or crushed nuts, if desired. Allow the pops to set in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up before serving.

Enjoy these festive cheesecake lollipops at your next holiday gathering! They make for a delightful treat that can be enjoyed by both kids and adults. Perfect for sharing or as a gift!