Description
A creamy and indulgent cheesecake with the sweet flavor of butterscotch, topped with caramelized nuts and a crunchy graham cracker crust.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup butterscotch chips
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup caramelized pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press this mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form a crust. Bake at 350°F for about 8 minutes, then remove from the oven and let it cool.
- Make the filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with brown sugar until smooth and creamy. Add in the butterscotch chips and mix until well incorporated. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Assemble the cheesecake: Pour the cream cheese mixture onto the cooled graham cracker crust. Smooth the top with a spatula. Bake at 325°F for 55-60 minutes or until the center is just set and slightly jiggles when shaken.
- Add the toppings: Once the cheesecake is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results. Before serving, top the cheesecake with sour cream, heavy cream, and caramelized nuts if desired.
Notes
- If you want a nut-free version, skip the caramelized nuts and top with extra butterscotch chips or caramel sauce.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free graham crackers or almond flour for the crust.
- Feel free to experiment with different nuts like almonds or hazelnuts.
- Allow the cheesecake to cool slowly in the oven to prevent cracks.
- Make this cheesecake in advance to let the flavors meld and for easier slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
