Introduction
Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of this vegan Twix cheesecake, featuring a cookie crust, caramel topping, and chocolate ganache.

Ingredients
For the Crust:
– 280g vanilla cookies (approx. 2 1/2 cups crushed)
– 6 tablespoons vegan butter (85g)

For the Cheesecake:
– 16 ounces vegan cream cheese (454g)
– 2 tablespoons melted vegan butter (28g)
– 1 cup granulated sugar (200g)
– 4 tablespoons cornstarch (32g)
– 6 fl oz plant milk (177ml)
– 1 teaspoon vegan lactic acid or apple cider vinegar
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 3 teaspoons vanilla extract (15ml)

For the Caramel:
– 2 cups granulated sugar (400g)
– 6 tablespoons water (90ml)
– 2 teaspoons white vinegar (10ml)
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 6oz package creamed coconut or 1 cup full-fat canned coconut milk (240ml)
– 2 tablespoons vegan butter (28g)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust: Crush the cookies in a food processor or by hand. Add the melted vegan butter and pulse until it resembles wet sand. Press the crumbs into a greased and parchment-lined 7-inch cake pan.
2. Make the Cheesecake Batter: Combine the cheesecake ingredients in a food processor and pulse to blend. Scrape the sides of the bowl and blend again to a smooth mixture.
3. Bake the Cheesecake: Pour the batter into the crust and bake in a water bath at 350°F for 60 minutes. Let it cool slowly in the oven with the door cracked open.
4. Make the Caramel: Combine the sugar, vinegar, and water in a heavy-bottom saucepan. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat and carefully add the creamed coconut or coconut milk and vegan butter.
5. Whip the Caramel: Pour the caramel into a stand mixer with a balloon attachment and whip on low speed, then increase to medium speed for 8-10 minutes.
6. Assemble the Cheesecake: Unmold the cheesecake and spread the cooled caramel over top. Spread the cooled ganache over the caramel.

Tips and Variations
– Use a high-quality vegan cream cheese for the best results.
– If using coconut milk, be aware that it may add a strong coconut flavor.
– Experiment with different flavor combinations, such as adding nuts or cinnamon to the caramel.