Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 vanilla bean, seeds scraped
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add the vanilla bean seeds and mix until combined.
- Incorporate the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully mixed in.
- Stir in the sour cream and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour the cheesecake batter into the prepared crust.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the center is just set.
- Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use high-quality vanilla beans.
- Top the cheesecake with fresh berries or a fruit compote for added sweetness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Vanilla Bean, Brown Butter, Cheesecake, Dessert, Homemade