Brulee Cheesecake Recipe
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Ingredients
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Crust
Cheesecake Filling
Brulee Topping
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Crust
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- 2
Press Into Pan
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Use the bottom of a measuring cup to help pack it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until slightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool.
Cheesecake Filling Preparation
- 3
Prepare the Filling
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add in the granulated sugar, sour cream, and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
- 4
Add Eggs and Cornstarch
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition until just combined. Finally, add the cornstarch and mix until smooth.
- 5
Bake the Cheesecake
Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 55-60 minutes until the edges are set and the center slightly jiggles. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for another hour.
- 6
Cool and Chill
Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool at room temperature for 1 hour. Then, cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Brulee Topping Preparation
- 7
Prepare the Topping
Once the cheesecake is completely chilled, sprinkle an even layer of granulated sugar over the top of the cheesecake.
- 8
Brulee the Sugar
Using a kitchen torch, carefully caramelize the sugar until it melts and forms a golden crust. If you don't have a kitchen torch, broil it in the oven for a few minutes while watching closely to avoid burning.
- 9
Serve
Let the bruleed cheesecake sit for a few minutes to allow the sugar crust to harden before slicing and serving.