Description
Indulge in a rich and creamy Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée Cheesecake that combines the luxurious flavors of classic crème brûlée with the delightful texture of cheesecake. Topped with a perfectly caramelized sugar crust, each bite offers a heavenly balance of sweetness and richness. This dessert is not just a treat; it’s a stunning centerpiece for any celebration or gathering, guaranteed to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 16 oz Philadelphia cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup sour cream (full-fat)
- 2 vanilla beans (seeds scraped)
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- Extra granulated sugar for caramelizing
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and ¼ cup sugar until combined. Press firmly into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sour cream, ½ cup sugar, eggs, and vanilla bean seeds; mix until smooth.
- Pour filling over the crust in the springform pan. Bake for 50-60 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Turn off oven and crack open the door to cool for one hour before refrigerating overnight.
- Before serving, sprinkle an even layer of sugar on top and caramelize with a kitchen torch until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 85mg