Description
Sweet Southern comfort meets creamy indulgence in this Peach Cobbler Cheesecake, where graham cracker crust cradles rich cheesecake layers and caramelized peaches. Dessert enthusiasts will discover a harmonious blend of classic cobbler warmth and silky cheesecake elegance in each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Peach Cobbler Cheesecake Ingredients:
Cheesecake Base:
- 3 (8 ounces) blocks cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
Peach Topping and Crumble:
- 3 cups fresh or canned peach slices (drained if canned)
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (mixed with 1 tablespoon water)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Craft a sturdy foundation by pulverizing graham crackers and binding them with melted butter and sugar. Press the mixture compactly into a springform pan, then briefly bake to solidify the base.
- Whip cream cheese until velvety smooth, gradually incorporating eggs to create a luxurious, silky texture. Gently fold in vanilla, sour cream, and flour to ensure a harmonious blend.
- Transform fresh peaches into a luscious compote by simmering with warm spices like brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Thicken the mixture with cornstarch, allowing the fruit to develop a rich, concentrated flavor.
- Create a rustic streusel topping by combining flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Work cold butter into the dry ingredients using fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse, crumbly sand.
- Pour the delicate cheesecake batter into the pre-baked crust, maintaining a gentle, even surface. Bake until the edges are set but the center retains a subtle wobble, then allow a gradual cooling process.
- Lavish the chilled cheesecake with the spiced peach compote, ensuring complete coverage. Generously dust the top with the prepared streusel, then return to the oven to achieve a golden, crisp finish.
- Refrigerate the assembled dessert for several hours, allowing flavors to meld and texture to firm. When ready to serve, slice carefully and optionally embellish with a dollop of whipped cream or caramel drizzle.
Notes
- Create a stable crust by pressing graham cracker mixture firmly and evenly, ensuring no loose edges that might crumble when slicing.
- Prevent cheesecake cracking by using room temperature ingredients and avoiding overmixing, which introduces excess air into the batter.
- Achieve smooth texture by beating cream cheese and sugar until completely combined, scraping down sides of bowl to eliminate lumps.
- Enhance flavor complexity by using ripe, seasonal peaches and adding a pinch of fresh ginger or nutmeg to the fruit mixture for depth.
- Adapt for gluten-free diets by substituting graham cracker crumbs with almond flour or gluten-free cookie crumbs.
- Control moisture by draining peaches slightly before cooking to prevent excess liquid in the topping.
- Elevate presentation by caramelizing peach slices briefly before adding to the topping for deeper, richer flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg