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Vanilla Bean Brown Butter Cheesecake

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This Vanilla Bean Brown Butter Cheesecake combines the nutty richness of brown butter with the delicate flavor of vanilla bean, all in a creamy, decadent cheesecake. It’s a show-stopping dessert that’s sure to impress!

Ingredients

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  • For the Crust:
  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • For the Cheesecake Filling:
  • 32 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1 vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped
  • 1/2 cup brown butter, cooled
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Make the Crust: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then let cool.
  2. Make the Brown Butter: Place butter in a light-colored saucepan over medium heat. Cook, swirling occasionally, until the butter melts, foams, then turns golden brown and smells nutty (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  3. Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy. Beat in sour cream and heavy cream until combined.
  4. Add eggs and egg yolks one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla bean seeds, brown butter, and vanilla extract.
  5. Pour the filling over the crust.
  6. Wrap the bottom of the springform pan tightly with foil to prevent water from seeping in. Place the pan in a larger roasting pan and add hot water to the roasting pan, coming up halfway the sides of the springform pan.
  7. Bake for 60-75 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center still has a slight jiggle.
  8. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door slightly ajar for 1 hour. Remove from the oven and let cool completely on a wire rack.
  9. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, before serving.

Notes

Serve with fresh berries or a drizzle of caramel sauce for an extra touch of indulgence.

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