Creme Brulee Cheesecake Recipe
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Ingredients
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Crust
Cheesecake Filling
Brulee Topping
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2
Mix Crust Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.
- 3
Form the Crust
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even layer.
- 4
Bake the Crust
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, until set and slightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool.
Cheesecake Filling Preparation
- 5
Beat Cream Cheese
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy using an electric mixer.
- 6
Add Sugar and Sour Cream
Gradually add the granulated sugar and sour cream to the cream cheese, beating until well combined.
- 7
Incorporate Vanilla and Eggs
Add the vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition until the batter is smooth.
- 8
Pour Filling into Crust
Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust and spread it evenly.
- 9
Bake the Cheesecake
Bake in the oven at 325°F (160°C) for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set and only slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
- 10
Chill the Cheesecake
Remove the cheesecake from the oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Brulee Topping Preparation
- 11
Prepare the Topping
In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream and vanilla extract over medium heat until just simmering. Remove from heat and let cool for 10 minutes.
- 12
Add Sugar
Sprinkle the granulated sugar evenly over the top of the chilled cheesecake. Use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar until it turns golden brown and bubbly.
- 13
Cool Again
Let the brulee topping cool completely before slicing and serving the cheesecake.
