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Vanilla Bean Brown Butter Cheesecake

Vanilla Bean Brown Butter Cheesecake: 7 Irresistible Secrets

  • Author: Belinda
  • Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A rich and creamy Vanilla Bean Brown Butter Cheesecake with a graham cracker crust.

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 oz) 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

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. Grease a 9-inch springform pan or line the bottom with parchment.
  3. Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and salt in a bowl.
  4. Stir in melted butter until mixture resembles wet sand.
  5. Press firmly into the bottom of the pan.
  6. Refrigerate while preparing the filling.
  7. Beat softened cream cheese until completely smooth and creamy.
  8. Add sugar and mix until well incorporated.
  9. Blend in flour.
  10. Add vanilla bean paste and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
  11. Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each addition. Do not overbeat.
  12. Stir in sour cream and lemon juice until silky.
  13. Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  14. Continue cooking, swirling occasionally, until golden brown and fragrant.
  15. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
  16. Slowly drizzle into the batter while mixing gently.
  17. Pour filling over chilled crust and smooth the top.
  18. Tap pan gently to release air bubbles.
  19. Place pan on a baking sheet.
  20. Bake 55–60 minutes, until edges are set but center slightly jiggles.
  21. Turn oven off and leave cheesecake inside with door slightly open for 1 hour.
  22. Remove and cool completely at room temperature.
  23. Refrigerate at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  24. Remove from springform pan carefully.
  25. Slice with a clean, sharp knife.
  26. Serve chilled.

Notes

  • Ensure cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps.
  • Avoid overmixing once eggs are added.
  • Gradual cooling helps prevent surface cracking.
  • Watch brown butter carefully.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 290mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: Vanilla Bean Brown Butter Cheesecake, cheesecake, dessert

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