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Vanilla Bean Brown Butter Cheesecake

A delightful dessert featuring rich flavors of browned butter and vanilla bean, perfect for any gathering or sweet treat.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

Crust

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, browned
  • 1/4 cup sugar

Filling

  • 2 packages cream cheese, softened Each package is 8 ounces.
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 pinch salt

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
  • In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, browned butter, and sugar until combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan.
  • Bake for 10 minutes, then cool.

Making the Filling

  • In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and mix well.
  • Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each.
  • Mix in vanilla bean paste, sour cream, heavy cream, and salt until smooth.

Baking

  • Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust in the springform pan.
  • Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still slightly jiggly.
  • Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake in with the door ajar for 1 hour.

Chilling

  • Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.

Notes

Serve the cheesecake chilled. Consider adding fresh fruit, whipped cream, or chocolate sauce for extra flavor. Use a hot, wet knife for clean cuts.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 5gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18g
Keyword Brown Butter, Cheesecake, Creamy Dessert, Dessert Recipe, Vanilla Bean
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