Boston Cream Cheesecake: An Indulgent Twist on a Classic Dessert
Boston Cream Cheesecake is a rich and creamy dessert that combines the flavors of classic Boston cream pie with a luscious cheesecake base.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 8-ounce packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until well combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth. Add the vanilla and mix until combined.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until fully incorporated.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the center is set. Allow to cool completely.
- In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream and chocolate chips on low, stirring until melted and smooth. Remove from heat.
- Once cheesecake is cool, pour the chocolate ganache over the top. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- Let the cheesecake sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before slicing for easier serving.
- For a decorative touch, add whipped cream on top before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg