Creme Brulee Cheesecake
A rich and creamy cheesecake topped with a crunchy caramelized sugar layer, blending the best of two beloved desserts.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 270 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups of crushed graham crackers
- 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups of cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup of granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 1/4 cup of sugar for caramelizing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Combine the crushed graham crackers with melted butter in a bowl.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan as a crust.
- Beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar together until smooth.
- Add the vanilla extract and mix until incorporated.
- Incorporate the eggs, one at a time, blending well after each.
- Mix in the heavy cream until fully combined.
- Pour the mixture over the crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
- Cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Caramelize the top by sprinkling sugar and using a kitchen torch until golden.
Notes
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature to avoid lumps.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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