Ingredients
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- 2 cups of cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup of granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup of sour cream
- 2 teaspoons of vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup of browned butter, cooled
- 1 prepared graham cracker crust (or your preferred crust)
Instructions
- Prepare the Browned Butter: Melt butter over medium heat, stirring constantly until golden brown and nutty aroma develops. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Mix the Cream Cheese and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add Vanilla and Eggs: Mix in vanilla bean paste or extract, scrape seeds from vanilla pod, then add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
- Add Browned Butter: Gently fold cooled browned butter into the batter until evenly incorporated.
- Pour and Bake: Pour the filling into the prepared graham cracker crust. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 50-60 minutes or until the center is just set. Cool gradually to prevent cracking.
Notes
- Use high-quality vanilla beans or extract for the best flavor.
- Ensure the browned butter is cooled before mixing to prevent curdling.
- Baking at a low temperature helps prevent cracks in the cheesecake.
- Allow the cheesecake to cool gradually for a smooth surface.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg