Description
Discover the decadence of loaded butterscotch cheesecake, a delightful dessert that combines creamy layers and a crunchy graham cracker crust, all drizzled with rich butterscotch sauce. Perfect for celebrations or cozy gatherings, this cheesecake promises to be the star of the table. Its harmonious blend of flavors will leave your guests in awe, making every bite an unforgettable experience. Easy to make, even for beginners, this cheesecake is as stunning visually as it is delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream (full-fat)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup butterscotch sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Beat softened cream cheese in a mixing bowl until smooth. Gradually add sugar and mix until combined.
- Incorporate sour cream and vanilla extract until well blended.
- Add eggs one at a time while mixing slowly to avoid overmixing.
- Pour filling over the crust and bake for 50-60 minutes or until edges are set with a slightly wobbly center.
- Turn off the oven and let cheesecake cool inside with the door ajar. Drizzle with butterscotch sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg