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Crème Brûlée Cheesecake

A decadent dessert combining creamy cheesecake with a caramelized crème brûlée top. Perfect for special occasions or elegant dessert tables.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Bakery
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter melted
Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs large
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
Topping
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar for caramelizing

Equipment

  • Springform pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Spatula
  • Kitchen torch or broiler
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Prepare a springform pan with parchment paper.
  2. Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and press into the bottom of the pan. Chill while preparing filling.
  3. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then fold in heavy cream, vanilla extract, and lemon juice.
  4. Pour filling over crust and bake for 50–60 minutes until set around the edges and slightly jiggly in the center. Cool completely and refrigerate at least 4 hours.
  5. Sprinkle granulated sugar evenly over chilled cheesecake surface. Caramelize using a kitchen torch or broiler until golden brown.
  6. Slice carefully and serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.

Notes

Refrigerate cheesecake for at least 4 hours for best results. Caramelize sugar just before serving to maintain crisp topping.