Description
Creamy cheesecake meets classic Peach Cobbler in this Southern-inspired dessert masterpiece. Layers of buttery crust, rich filling, and caramelized peaches create an irresistible finale you’ll crave at every gathering.
Ingredients
- 3 cups peach slices (fresh or canned, drained if canned)
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (mixed with 1 tbsp water)
- 3 (8 oz) blocks cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 tbsps all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 6 tbsps unsalted butter (melted)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Crust Preparation: Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter, pressing the mixture firmly into a lined springform pan to create a compact foundation.
- Crust Baking: Toast the crust in a preheated oven at 325F (160C) for 8-10 minutes until golden, then cool completely to maintain its crisp structure.
- Cheesecake Batter Creation: Blend cream cheese until smooth, gradually incorporating sugar to eliminate any lumps, then gently introduce eggs one at a time, mixing carefully to preserve a silky consistency.
- Flavor Integration: Delicately fold in vanilla extract and sour cream, ensuring seamless incorporation into the cheesecake mixture.
- Layering Process: Spread peach compote evenly across the cooled crust, then carefully pour the prepared cheesecake batter on top, using a spatula to distribute uniformly without disturbing the fruit layer.
- Baking Technique: Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, watching for a subtle center jiggle that signals perfect doneness.
- Cooling and Setting: Allow the cheesecake to cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for several hours to develop a rich, creamy texture and firm consistency.
- Finishing Touch: Garnish with fresh peach slices and a light cinnamon dusting just before serving to elevate the dessert’s visual and flavor appeal.
Notes
Prevent Crust Crumbling: Press graham cracker mixture firmly and evenly, using the back of a measuring cup to create a compact, stable foundation that won’t fall apart when slicing.
Avoid Cheesecake Cracking: Gently mix ingredients and avoid overmixing, which can introduce air bubbles and cause surface cracks during baking. Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth blending.
Master Baking Temperature: Keep oven temperature consistent at 325F and use a water bath to create humid environment, preventing overbaking and maintaining a creamy, silky cheesecake texture.
Optimize Fruit Layer: Choose ripe, firm peaches and drain excess liquid from compote to prevent soggy crust and ensure clear, distinct layers in the final dessert presentation.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg