Crème Brûlée Cheesecake
A delightful fusion of creamy cheesecake and the caramelized crunch of crème brûlée, perfect for any gathering.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 270 minutes
- Yield: 10-12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 16 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sugar (for topping)
- 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Create the crust by mixing graham cracker crumbs and melted butter; press into the springform pan.
- Mix cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing well.
- Fold in the heavy cream until well combined.
- Assemble the cheesecake by pouring the batter over the crust.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes until set but slightly wobbly.
- Cool the cheesecake at room temperature before refrigerating for at least 4 hours.
- Make caramel by mixing sugar and water; heat until caramelized.
- Pour the caramel over the cheesecake and allow to cool and harden before slicing.
Notes
Serve with fresh fruit or whipped cream and pair with coffee or dessert wine.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 155mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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