Vanilla Bean Brown Butter Cheesecake
Indulge in the rich and creamy Vanilla Bean Brown Butter Cheesecake, a dessert that brings gourmet flair to any occasion. With its velvety texture and the delightful nutty aroma of brown butter perfectly harmonized with fresh vanilla beans, this cheesecake is a showstopper. Whether it’s for a special celebration or a well-deserved treat, each slice promises to deliver an unforgettable flavor experience.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 fresh vanilla beans
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup full-fat sour cream
- 3 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Allow all ingredients to reach room temperature.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat until golden brown and fragrant; set aside to cool.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and ¼ cup sugar. Stir in half the brown butter and press into the bottom of a springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes until golden.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sour cream and remaining sugar, scraping the sides as needed. Incorporate seeds from vanilla beans and add eggs one at a time.
- Mix in remaining brown butter until just combined; pour filling into the crust.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Let cool completely before refrigerating for at least four hours or overnight.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg