Vanilla Bean Brown Butter Cheesecake Recipe
Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of Vanilla Bean Brown Butter Cheesecake. This luxurious dessert combines the nuttiness of brown butter with the aromatic essence of vanilla bean for a truly exquisite treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55-65 minutes
- Total Time: Approximately 5 hours
- Yield: 1 9-inch cheesecake 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup brown sugar
For the filling:
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 ¼ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp vanilla bean paste or seeds from 1 vanilla bean
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Prep the Crust: Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and brown sugar. Press into a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then cool.
- Prepare the Filling: In a saucepan, brown the butter over medium heat until golden and fragrant. Set aside to cool slightly. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy. Add vanilla bean paste and mix well. Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until combined after each. Stir in sour cream and brown butter until fully incorporated.
- Bake the Cheesecake: Pour filling over the crust and smooth the top. Bake for 55-65 minutes, until edges are set and the center slightly jiggles. Turn off oven and leave cheesecake inside for 1 hour.
- Cool and Serve: Remove cheesecake and cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 155mg
Keywords: Vanilla Bean, Brown Butter, Cheesecake, Dessert, Baking, Cream Cheese
