Description
Indulge in the festive delight of Christmas Creme Brûlée Cheesecake, where creamy cheesecake meets a rich caramelized sugar crust. This elegant dessert becomes a showstopper at holiday gatherings, transforming simple ingredients into a stunning centerpiece that will impress family and friends. With its velvety texture and crunchy topping, this cheesecake offers a unique taste experience that embodies the spirit of the season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz Philadelphia cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- ¼ cup brown sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter; press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sour cream, granulated sugar, and vanilla; mix until combined. Gradually add eggs one at a time.
- Pour filling over crust and smooth the top. Bake for 55-60 minutes until edges are set but center jiggles slightly.
- Cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least four hours or overnight.
- Prior to serving, sprinkle brown sugar on top and caramelize using a kitchen torch or broiler.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg