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Crème Brûlée Cheesecake Recipe

Crème Brûlée Cheesecake Recipe

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This Crème Brûlée Cheesecake combines the creaminess of baked cheesecake with a buttery biscuit crust and a crispy, caramelized creme brulée top. The perfect dessert for any occasion!

Ingredients

For the crust:

  • 170 g digestive biscuits
  • 100 g butter, melted

For the cheesecake:

  • 900 g cream cheese, softened
  • 200 g caster sugar
  • 160 g sour cream
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature

For the topping:

  • 50 g granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. To make the crust: Preheat oven and prepare the crust by blending biscuits and melted butter. Press mixture into a springform pan.
  2. To make the cheesecake: Cream together cream cheese and sugar, then add sour cream, vanilla, and eggs. Pour into pan and bake.
  3. For the topping: Sprinkle sugar on top and caramelize with a torch. Chill before serving.

Notes

  • Scroll up for a step-by-step guide with images.
  • To store: Keep refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
  • Make ahead: Prepare cheesecake in advance, adding topping before serving.
  • Make without blowtorch: Use grill/broiler to caramelize topping.
  • Cracks: Avoid sudden temperature changes to prevent cracking.
  • Biscuits: Can use ginger nut biscuits or gluten-free digestives.

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