My peach cobbler cheesecake brings two dessert favorites together in pure magic. Creamy cheesecake buttery crust sweet spiced peaches create something truly special. Perfect summer gathering fancy dinner anytime treat.
Pure Magic
This dessert gives you tangy cheesecake warm peach cobbler in every bite. Graham cracker crunch fresh peach sweetness makes something unforgettable.
For That Crust
- Crumbs: Two cups graham crackers crushed.
- Butter: Half cup melted binds all.
- Sugar: Two spoons adds sweet touch.
Creamy Filling
- Cream Cheese: Three packs room temp smooth.
- Sugar: One cup perfect sweet.
- Vanilla: Teaspoon pure flavor.
- Eggs: Three large give structure.
- Sour Cream: Half cup makes tang.
- Heavy Cream: Half cup pure rich.
Peachy Top
- Peaches: Three ripe sliced sweet.
- Brown Sugar: Half cup caramel notes.
- Spices: Cinnamon nutmeg warm.
- Butter: Two spoons makes shine.
- Vanilla: Teaspoon lifts flavor.
- Cornstarch: Mix water thickens right.
Start With Crust
- Mix Together
- Crumbs butter sugar blend well.
- Press In Pan
- Make firm even bottom layer.
- Quick Bake
- Ten minutes cool before filling.
Make That Fill
- Cream Base
- Beat cheese sugar till smooth silk.
- Add Eggs
- One time each mix between.
- Final Mix
- Creams vanilla blend perfect.
Baking Time
Water bath helps bake even smooth. Watch edges center little jiggly still. Cool slow crack door hour then fridge overnight best.
Peach Magic
- Cook Fruit
- Butter sugar spices peaches cook soft.
- Make Sauce
- Starch water thickens makes gloss.
Put It Together
Spread cool peaches over chilled cake. Add cream cinnamon makes it pretty special.
Perfect Tips
Room temp ingredients smooth better filling. Water bath stops cracks keeps moist. Slow cooling prevents splits makes perfect.
Mix It Up
Try apples pears berries instead peaches. Change up crust spices make it yours. Always turns out special good.
Serve It Right
Cold room temp both work nice. Ice cream caramel sauce makes extra special. Everyone loves their own way.
Keep It Fresh
Five days fridge stays perfect good. Freeze slices wrapped tight three months. Thaw fridge overnight ready enjoy.
Pure Joy
This cheesecake brings smiles every time. Creamy fruity spice perfect together. Makes any day special occasion.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Why use a water bath?
- A water bath provides gentle, even heat that prevents cracking and helps achieve a creamy texture throughout the cheesecake.
- → Can I use canned peaches?
- Fresh peaches are preferred but canned peaches can work. Drain well and reduce cooking time for the topping as they're already soft.
- → How do I prevent cracks?
- Use room temperature ingredients, don't overmix after adding eggs, use a water bath, and cool gradually in the oven with door cracked.
- → Can I make this ahead?
- Yes, make up to 2 days ahead. Store cheesecake in fridge and add peach topping just before serving.
- → How do I know when it's done?
- Edges should be set but center should still have slight jiggle. It will continue to set as it cools.