Description
This Vanilla Bean Cheesecake features a creamy texture and rich flavor, made with key ingredients like Nilla Wafers and vanilla bean paste. It’s a delightful treat that impresses guests and satisfies your sweet cravings with simple preparation methods.
Ingredients
Scale
- 11 oz Nilla Wafers
- 1/2 cup Unsalted butter, melted
- 24 oz Cream cheese, room temperature
- 3/4 cup White granulated sugar
- 1 TBSP Vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup Sour cream, room temperature or greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup Heavy cream, room temperature
- 4 Large eggs, room temperature
- 4 oz Cream cheese, room temperature
- 4 oz White chocolate bar, Lindt
- 2 TBSP Heavy cream
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1/4 cup Powdered sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla bean paste
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1/4 cup Powdered sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla bean paste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325℉ and spray a 9-inch springform pan with baking nonstick spray. Line the bottom with a parchment paper circle and spray again.
- Blend the Nilla Wafers in a food processor until they reach a fine crumb. In a small bowl, mix the Nilla Wafer crumbs with melted butter using a fork.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and press the crust halfway up the sides of the pan, compacting it with the bottom of a measuring cup.
- Bake for 11 minutes.
Notes
For a richer flavor, allow the cheesecake to chill overnight before serving.
Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing and consistency.
This cheesecake can be topped with fresh fruit or chocolate for added flair.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 85mg