BRULEED VANILLA-BEAN CHEESECAKE

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Creme brulee meets cheesecake in this rich yet airy tart. While it's wonderful solo, a spun sugar flourish makes the dessert a true showstopper.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Pie & Tarts Recipes

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 graham crackers, broken into pieces
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
Pinch of kosher salt
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
16 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1 vanilla bean, seeds scraped, or 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Pinch of kosher salt
1/4 cup superfine sugar
Spun Sugar

Steps:

  • Crust: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a food processor, pulse crackers with granulated sugar and salt until finely ground. (You should have about 1 1/2 cups.) Add butter; pulse until combined. Transfer to a 9-inch round tart pan with a removable bottom; firmly press into bottom and up sides. Place pan on a baking sheet and bake until crust is dry and set, 10 to 12 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack; let cool completely.
  • Filling: Place cream cheese, sour cream, granulated sugar, egg, vanilla seeds, and salt in cleaned food processor; blend just until smooth. Fill crust with cheesecake mixture. Bake until filling is just set, 30 to 35 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack; let cool 1 hour. Refrigerate until cold, at least 2 hours and up to overnight.
  • To serve, place 2 tablespoons superfine sugar in a sieve and evenly sift over top of cheesecake (avoiding crust). Move a small kitchen blowtorch back and forth across sugar until caramelized (aiming torch toward center to avoid burning crust). Repeat with remaining 2 tablespoons superfine sugar, making a second caramelized layer. Top with spun sugar and serve, slicing through spun sugar and cake with a sharp knife, and wiping blade between slices.

Portia Phamotse
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This cheesecake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good. I think I would reduce the amount of sugar next time.


Dharmendra Sah
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This cheesecake is amazing! It's so creamy and flavorful, and the bruleed top is the perfect finishing touch. I'll definitely be making this again and again.


Khushboo Duttoo
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I've made this cheesecake several times now, and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I love the vanilla bean flavor and the crispy bruleed topping.


Eduardo Pulla
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This cheesecake is the perfect dessert for any occasion. It's rich, creamy, and has a delicious vanilla bean flavor. The bruleed top adds a nice touch of sweetness and crunch. I highly recommend this recipe!


E S
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This cheesecake was delicious! The vanilla bean flavor was rich and creamy, and the bruleed top added a perfect touch of sweetness. I will definitely be making this again.


Lisath Lethnura
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This cheesecake was a bit too dense for my taste, but the flavor was good. I think I would prefer a lighter cheesecake next time.


Md Nufail Islam
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I made this cheesecake for my family and they all loved it! The vanilla bean flavor was subtle but delicious, and the bruleed top added a nice touch of sweetness. I'll definitely be making this again.


Osman Arnold
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This cheesecake was a bit too rich for my taste, but my friends loved it. I think it would be perfect for a special occasion, but not for an everyday dessert.


Zafar ullah Gabool
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This cheesecake is so creamy and delicious. The vanilla bean flavor really shines through and the bruleed top adds a nice touch of texture. I'll definitely be making this again.


Nasrin Akhter
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I love this cheesecake! It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart, and the bruleed top is the perfect finishing touch. I'll definitely be making this again and again.


Mr Cristian Andrei
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This cheesecake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. The results are absolutely delicious and it's sure to impress your guests.


Masrafi Miran Shanto
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I'm not usually a fan of cheesecake, but this one is amazing! The vanilla bean flavor is so rich and the bruleed top adds a perfect touch of sweetness. I'll definitely be making this again.


Mckenzie Hill
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This cheesecake is so rich and decadent, it's perfect for a special occasion. I made it for my birthday and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the creamy filling and the crispy bruleed topping.


angela cavazos
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I made this cheesecake for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, and I got so many compliments. I'll definitely be making this again for future parties.


Saurab Kumal
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This was my first time making a cheesecake, and I was so happy with how it turned out! The instructions were clear and easy to follow, and the cheesecake was absolutely delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Sagar tamang
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I've made this cheesecake several times now, and it's always a hit. The recipe is easy to follow and the results are consistently delicious. I love the contrast between the creamy cheesecake and the crispy bruleed topping.


Lahiru Hansaka
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This cheesecake was an absolute delight! The vanilla bean flavor was rich and creamy, and the bruleed top added a perfect touch of sweetness and crunch. I will definitely be making this again.