Description
Butter Tart Cheesecake is a delightful fusion of creamy cheesecake and the sweet, gooey filling of traditional butter tarts. This indulgent dessert features a crunchy graham cracker crust topped with a rich caramel-like layer that evokes nostalgic family gatherings. Whether for holidays or special occasions, this cheesecake will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl; press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour cheesecake filling over the crust and bake for 45-50 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- For the topping, combine brown sugar and heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat until bubbling. Pour over cooled cheesecake and spread evenly.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least four hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (108g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 31g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg