Crème Brûlée Cheesecake

Here’s a delicious recipe for Crème Brûlée Cheesecake—a perfect fusion of two classic desserts: creamy cheesecake and the crispy, caramelized sugar topping of crème brûlée.

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

• 1 1/2 cups (150 g) graham cracker crumbs (or digestive biscuit crumbs)
• 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)

For the Cheesecake Filling:

• 3 (8 oz) packages (675 g) cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional, for extra tang)
• 3 large eggs, at room temperature
• 1/2 cup (120 ml) sour cream
• 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream

For the Crème Brûlée Topping:

• 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar (for caramelizing)

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Crust

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
2. Mix the Crust:
   • In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and cinnamon (if using).
   • Add the melted butter and stir until the crumbs are evenly coated and the mixture holds together when pressed.
3. Press the Crust:
   • Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch (23 cm) springform pan to form a tight, even crust.
4. Bake the Crust:
   • Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool while you prepare the filling.

Step 2: Prepare the Cheesecake Filling

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