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Butterscotch Cheesecake

Indulge in a rich and creamy Butterscotch Cheesecake drizzled with warm butterscotch sauce, a perfect treat for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.75 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 32 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 4 pieces eggs room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup butterscotch chips
For the Butterscotch Sauce
  • 0.5 cups brown sugar
  • 0.25 cups butter
  • 0.5 cups heavy cream
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract

Method
 

Prepare the crust
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix together graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and brown sugar until combined. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to create an even crust.
  2. Bake for about 10 minutes, then remove from oven and allow it to cool.
Make the filling
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the brown sugar and continue mixing until well incorporated.
  2. Add the sour cream, eggs one at a time, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth. Gently fold in the butterscotch chips.
Combine and bake
  1. Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan. Smooth the top with a spatula.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes. The cheesecake should be slightly jiggly in the center. Turn off the oven and let it cool inside for an hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Prepare the butterscotch sauce
  1. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar and a pinch of salt, cooking until well combined.
  2. Slowly pour in the heavy cream, continually stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Serve
  1. Carefully remove the cheesecake from the springform pan. Slice and drizzle with the warm butterscotch sauce before serving.

Notes

Room temperature ingredients help achieve a smooth filling. Overmixing can cause cracks in the cheesecake. Consider a water bath during baking to prevent cracks. Allowing the cheesecake to chill intensifies flavors. Creative toppings like crushed toffee bits or a sprinkle of sea salt can enhance the dessert.