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vanilla bean brown butter cheesecake
- Total Time: 95 minutes
- Yield: 10–12 servings 1x
- Diet: General
Description
Indulge in a luxurious Lavender-Infused Vanilla Bean Cheesecake featuring a rich brown butter caramel ribbon. This exquisite dessert balances floral notes with creamy vanilla and nutty caramel for a truly special treat.
Ingredients
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- 200g (7oz) Graham Crackers, Finely Crushed: forms the base of the cheesecake.
- 60g (2oz) Unsalted Butter, Melted (for crust): binds the crust together.
- 600g (21oz) Cream Cheese, Softened: provides a rich, creamy texture.
- 150g (5.3oz) Granulated Sugar: adds sweetness and stabilizes the filling.
- 200g (7oz) Sour Cream: adds tanginess and creaminess.
- 3 Large Eggs, Room Temperature: bind ingredients and provide structure.
- 1 Vanilla Bean, Split and Seeds Scraped: imparts a complex vanilla flavor.
- 1 tsp Alcohol-Free Vanilla Extract: enhances the vanilla flavor.
- 60g (2oz) Unsalted Butter, Browned and Cooled: adds a nutty, caramel-like flavor.
- 1 tsp Dried Culinary Lavender Buds: provides a delicate floral aroma.
- 100g (3.5oz) Unsalted Butter, Browned (for caramel ribbon): base of the caramel ribbon.
- 100g (3.5oz) Light Brown Sugar, Packed: adds molasses-like sweetness.
- 120ml (½ cup) Heavy Cream: creates a smooth caramel ribbon.
- Pinch of Fine Sea Salt: balances the sweetness.
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Crush biscuits, mix with melted butter, and press into a pan. Bake for 10 minutes and cool.
- Brown the Butter: Melt butter, swirl until golden brown and fragrant, then cool.
- Make Cheesecake Filling: Beat cream cheese, add sugar and sour cream, then eggs one at a time. Stir in vanilla, browned butter, and lavender.
- Prepare Caramel Ribbon: Melt butter, whisk in brown sugar and cream, simmer until thickened.
- Assemble and Swirl: Layer half the batter, swirl in caramel, top with remaining batter, and gently swirl again.
- Bake in Water Bath: Bake in a water bath for 55-65 minutes until set.
- Cool and Chill: Cool in oven for 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Serve and Garnish: Loosen from pan, slice, drizzle with caramel, and garnish with lavender.
Notes
Using a water bath is crucial to prevent cracking. Gradual cooling is also important for a smooth texture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg