Crème Brûlée Cheesecake Recipe
fresh strawberry compote, whipped cream
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Ingredients
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Cheesecake Base
Crust
Strawberry Compote
Whipped Cream
Method
Crust
- 1
Prepare the Crust
In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until well combined and the mixture resembles wet sand.
- 2
Press into the Pan
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool.
Cheesecake Filling
- 3
Mix Cream Cheese
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
- 4
Add Sugar and Sour Cream
Gradually add granulated sugar and mix until combined. Then, add sour cream and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- 5
Incorporate Eggs
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until just combined. Avoid over-mixing.
- 6
Add Heavy Cream and Cornstarch
Slowly mix in heavy cream and cornstarch until fully incorporated.
- 7
Pour into Crust
Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- 8
Bake
Bake in a preheated oven at 325°F (160°C) for 50-60 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour.
- 9
Chill
Remove from the oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Strawberry Compote
- 10
Cook Strawberries
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine sliced strawberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries release their juices and the mixture thickens slightly, about 10-15 minutes.
- 11
Cool
Remove from heat and let the compote cool to room temperature.
Whipped Cream
- 12
Whip the Cream
In a mixing bowl, combine heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, whip until soft peaks form.
- 13
Serve
Once the cheesecake has set, top with strawberry compote and a dollop of whipped cream before serving.
