Description

Crackly caramel top meets silky, creamy cheesecake in this irresistible Crème Brûlée Cheesecake recipe. This dessert is a fusion masterpiece, blending the nostalgic charm of traditional cheesecake with the elegant flair of a classic crème brûlée. Perfect for special occasions or indulgent dinner parties, it features a buttery graham cracker crust, a smooth vanilla custard filling, and a torched sugar topping that gives you that signature crack with every slice. Whether you’re after easy dessert ideas, a fancy holiday bake, or an impressive dinner recipe, this cheesecake delivers both flavor and wow factor.

Ingredients

For the Crust:

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup granulated sugar
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

For the Filling:

4 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste or extract
4 large eggs
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

For the Brûlée Topping:

1/4 cup granulated sugar (or more if needed)

Optional Garnishes:

Caramel shards, fresh berries, mint

Instructions

Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and butter. Press into a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
Beat cream cheese until fluffy. Add sugar, mix well. Add sour cream and vanilla. Add eggs one at a time. Mix in flour gently.
Wrap the pan in foil. Pour filling over crust. Place in a water bath. Bake 1 hr 15-30 min, or until center is slightly jiggly.
Turn off oven, crack door, and let cheesecake rest for 1 hour. Then cool at room temp. Chill overnight.
Before serving, sprinkle sugar evenly on top and torch until golden and crackly. Let it cool briefly. Garnish as desired.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 90 minutes