Description
A delightful fusion of creamy cheesecake, sweet pastry cream, and rich chocolate ganache, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until well combined. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then let it cool.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract. Add the heavy cream and cornstarch, blending until creamy. Pour this filling over the cooled crust and bake for 55-60 minutes or until the center is set. Let it cool before refrigerating for at least 4 hours.
- Heat the milk in a saucepan over medium heat. In another bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch. Gradually add the warm milk to the egg mixture while whisking continuously. Return this mixture to the saucepan and cook until it thickens. Remove from heat, then stir in vanilla and butter. Let it cool before spreading evenly over the chilled cheesecake.
- Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan until it simmers. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips and stir until smooth and glossy. Add vanilla extract and let it cool slightly. Pour the ganache over the pastry cream layer, spreading it evenly. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
Ensure your cream cheese is softened for a smooth filling. Consider chilling layers separately for better texture. Adding fresh fruit or switching to caramel sauce are great variations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: cheesecake, Boston cream pie, dessert, indulgent, celebration