Peach cobbler cheesecake is such a delightful fusion of two beloved desserts! Here’s a recipe to help you create this scrumptious treat:
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
For the Peach Cobbler Topping:
- 4-5 fresh peaches, peeled, pitted, and sliced
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- ½ cup water
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare the Crust:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and set aside to cool.
3. Make the Cheesecake Filling:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar together until smooth.
- 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 cheesecake filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan.
4. Bake the Cheesecake:
- Place the springform pan on a baking sheet to catch any potential drips.
- Bake the cheesecake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center still has a slight jiggle.
- Once baked, turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door slightly ajar for about an hour to cool gradually.
- After an hour, remove the cheesecake from the oven and refrigerate it for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to chill and set completely.
5. Prepare the Peach Cobbler Topping:
- In a saucepan, combine the sliced peaches, sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, cornstarch, and water.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and the peaches are soft and tender, about 10-15 minutes.
- Remove the peach topping from heat and let it cool completely.
6. Assemble the Cheesecake:
- Once the cheesecake has chilled and set, carefully release it from the springform pan.
- Spread the cooled peach cobbler topping over the top of the cheesecake.
7. Serve and Enjoy:
- Slice the peach cobbler cheesecake into portions and serve chilled.
- Optionally, you can garnish each slice with whipped cream or a sprinkle of cinnamon for extra flair.
Enjoy your delicious peach cobbler cheesecake!
