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Vanilla Bean Brown Butter Cheesecake

Vanilla Bean Brown Butter Cheesecake
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Indulge in the creamy delight of Vanilla Bean Brown Butter Cheesecake, a dessert that perfectly balances rich flavors with an impressive presentation. This elegant cheesecake features a buttery crust and a smooth filling infused with nutty brown butter and aromatic vanilla bean. Ideal for any occasion—from family gatherings to special celebrations—this recipe is easy to follow, making it perfect for both novice bakers and seasoned pros. Impress your guests with this luxurious treat that promises to be the highlight of your dessert table!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter
  • 2 cups (240g) cookie crumbs (graham, digestive, or golden Oreos)
  • 1 cup (115g) ground pecans
  • ½ cup plus 1 tablespoon (120g) browned butter
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 2 (8 oz) blocks cream cheese (452g total), softened
  • ¼ cup (57g) browned butter (use mostly the flavorful brown bits)
  • ½ cup (120g) labneh or full-fat sour cream
  • 1 cup (210g) brown sugar
  • 1 vanilla bean, scraped (or 2 tsp vanilla paste/extract)
  • ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or vanilla bean scrapings

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). For the crust, combine cookie crumbs, ground pecans, powdered sugar, and browned butter in a bowl. Press into a greased 8 or 9-inch round cake pan and bake for 10 minutes. Cool and reduce temperature to 325°F (163°C).
  2. For the filling, beat softened cream cheese with brown sugar, salt, vanilla bean scrapings, and reserved browned butter until smooth. Mix in labneh and eggs one at a time.
  3. Pour the filling into the cooled crust. Bake in a water bath for 60–75 minutes until edges are set but center jiggles slightly. Cool gradually in the oven before refrigerating overnight.
  4. Before serving, whip heavy cream with brown sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form; spread over cheesecake.

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