Description
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of Vanilla Bean Brown Butter Cheesecake, a delightful dessert that combines the nutty richness of brown butter with the aromatic essence of vanilla beans. This cheesecake offers a smooth and creamy texture, making it an irresistible treat for any occasion, from birthday celebrations to holiday gatherings. The buttery, crumbly crust perfectly complements the velvety filling, creating a sophisticated dessert that’s sure to impress your guests. Whether served plain or topped with fresh berries, this cheesecake is a showstopper that will elevate your dessert game.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, browned
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and prepare a 9-inch springform pan.
- For the crust: Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Add melted butter and mix until combined. Press into the bottom of the springform pan and refrigerate.
- For the filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth; add sugar and flour. Mix in vanilla bean paste and extract. Gradually add eggs one at a time, then stir in sour cream and lemon juice.
- Brown the butter in a saucepan over medium heat until golden brown; let cool slightly before adding to the cheesecake mixture.
- Pour filling into the prepared crust and bake for 55–60 minutes until edges are set but center jiggles slightly.
- Turn off the oven and let cheesecake cool inside for an hour with the door ajar; then cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least four hours or overnight.
- Serve chilled and enjoy.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg