Description
A delicious and creamy butterscotch cheesecake topped with a rich butterscotch sauce, perfect for dessert lovers.
Ingredients
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- For the Crust
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Pinch salt for the crust
- For the Cheesecake Filling
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened at room temperature
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
- For the Butterscotch Sauce
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and a pinch of salt. Mix until well combined and press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove and let it cool.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with brown sugar and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and sour cream until fully incorporated.
- Pour the filling over the cooled crust. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for about 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door ajar for an hour.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine brown sugar and butter. Stir until melted and bubbly.
- Slowly stir in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Remove from heat and add vanilla extract.
- Let the cheesecake cool completely before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Serve chilled, drizzled with homemade butterscotch sauce.
Notes
- For best results, use room temperature ingredients.
- Chill the cheesecake overnight for improved flavor and texture.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Butterscotch Cheesecake, Butterscotch Sauce, Dessert Recipe