Dreamy Silky Creme Brulee Cheesecake Recipe to Wow Guests
Creamy desserts reach new heights with this delectable creme brulee cheesecake that blends classic french custard techniques with rich American cheesecake traditions.
Smooth cream cheese meets caramelized sugar in a delightful dance of textures and flavors.
Each slice promises a luxurious experience that melts effortlessly on your tongue.
The crisp caramelized top cracks beautifully beneath a spoon, revealing a velvety interior that whispers pure indulgence.
Perfectly balanced between elegance and comfort, this dessert transforms an ordinary evening into a gourmet celebration.
Layers of decadent ingredients come together to create a showstopping treat that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Your dinner guests won’t be able to resist this elegant and irresistible dessert masterpiece.
Serve Creme Brulee Cheesecake with Elegance
Store This Cheesecake with Care to Maintain Flavor
Quick Recipe Overview
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Calories: 350 kcal
Servings: 9
What’s Inside Creme Brulee Cheesecake
For Crust:For Filling:For Caramelized Topping:Tools to Craft the Layers in Creme Brulee Cheesecake
How to Bake Creme Brulee Cheesecake Without Fuss
Create a delectable foundation by crushing graham crackers and blending with melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into a springform pan, then quickly bake until lightly golden.
Beat cream cheese until silky smooth, gradually incorporating sugar, sour cream, and vanilla. Gently fold in eggs one by one, ensuring a luxurious, velvety texture.
Place the cheesecake pan inside a larger roasting dish, surrounding it with hot water to ensure even, gentle baking. This technique prevents cracking and maintains a perfect, custardy consistency.
Slide the pan into a preheated oven at 325F. Allow the cheesecake to bake until the center is just set but still slightly wobbly, approximately 50-60 minutes.
After chilling completely, sprinkle a thin, even layer of sugar across the top. Use a kitchen torch to transform the sugar into a beautiful, crackling golden crust that shatters with each spoonful.
Carefully slice the cheesecake and present this elegant dessert. The contrast between the creamy interior and crisp caramel topping will delight your guests with every bite.
Topping Ideas and Texture Tweaks to Try
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Silky Creme Brulee Cheesecake Recipe
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 9 1x
Description
Silky creme brulee cheesecake blends French elegance with classic American dessert charm. Caramelized sugar crust and creamy filling create a luxurious finale that delights palates with sophisticated sweetness.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (for topping)
- 3 large eggs
- 3 (8 oz / 226 g) packages cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 ½ cups (180 g) graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Crust Preparation: Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter, pressing the mixture firmly into the bottom of a foil-wrapped 9-inch springform pan. Bake at 325F (163C) for 10 minutes, then allow to cool completely.
- Filling Creation: In a large mixing bowl, whip cream cheese until silky smooth. Gradually incorporate sugar, sour cream, and vanilla, blending thoroughly. Gently fold in eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just integrated.
- Water Bath Technique: Transfer the prepared filling over the cooled crust. Position the springform pan inside a larger roasting pan, carefully pouring hot water halfway up the cheesecake’s sides.
- Precision Baking: Slide the water bath into the preheated oven, baking for 50-60 minutes until the center appears slightly wobbly but set. Turn off the oven, crack the door, and allow the cheesecake to rest for one hour.
- Chilling and Caramelizing: Refrigerate the cheesecake for a minimum of 4 hours or overnight. Before serving, generously dust the surface with sugar and use a kitchen torch to create a golden, crisp caramel layer. Allow the caramelized top to set for a few minutes.
- Serving: Slice and present the luxurious creme brulee cheesecake, revealing its creamy interior and crackling caramel topping.
Notes
- Bake cheesecake in a water bath to create gentle, even heat that prevents surface cracks and maintains smooth, creamy texture.
- Allow cream cheese and eggs to reach room temperature before mixing to ensure silky, lump-free filling and consistent blending.
- Use fine granulated sugar for brûlée top and torch slowly in circular motion to achieve even, golden-brown caramel without burning.
- Cheesecake can be prepared 2-3 days in advance and stored covered in refrigerator, making it perfect for advance party planning or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
Michael Thompson
Founder & Culinary Director
Expertise
Classical & Contemporary Cooking Techniques, Global Cuisine Appreciation, Nutrition & Menu Engineering, Sustainable Cooking Practices, Farm-to-Table Cuisine
Education
Southwestern Oregon Community College
Michael grew up in Oregon, where he learned early that food tastes better when it’s fresh, local, and made with care.
After earning his degree from the Southwestern Oregon Community College, he focused his career on teaching others how to cook with the seasons, reduce food waste, and reconnect with what’s on their plate.
Michael keeps his cooking simple, sustainable, and full of flavor. His favorite part of the process? Watching people realize how easy and satisfying it can be to cook a single great meal from scratch.