Indulge in the luxurious flavors of Vanilla Bean Brown Butter Cheesecake, a dessert that combines the nutty richness of brown butter with the creamy elegance of cheesecake and the aromatic essence of vanilla bean. This recipe will guide you through creating a show-stopping dessert that’s both sophisticated and comforting. Prepare to impress your guests with this decadent treat.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 200g (7oz) graham crackers or digestive biscuits, crushed
- 100g (3.5oz) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar (optional)
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (for browning)
- 600g (21oz) cream cheese, at room temperature
- 200g (7oz) granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped (or 2 tsp vanilla extract)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (optional, for a firmer texture)
For the Vanilla Bean Whipped Cream:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Seeds from 1 vanilla bean (optional, for extra vanilla flavor)