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Boston Cream Pie Cheesecake

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Boston Cream Pie Cheesecake is a decadent fusion dessert combining rich, creamy cheesecake with layers of soft cake, silky vanilla custard, and a glossy chocolate ganache topping.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 24 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup pastry cream or vanilla pudding (for filling)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 4 oz semisweet chocolate, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. Mix graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter; press into the bottom of the pan and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
  3. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and 1 cup sugar until smooth and creamy.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract and sour cream.
  5. Pour cheesecake batter over the cooled crust and bake for 55-65 minutes, until center is set but slightly jiggly.
  6. Turn off oven, crack the door, and let cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  8. Once chilled, spread pastry cream evenly over the top of the cheesecake.
  9. For ganache, heat heavy cream until simmering and pour over chopped chocolate; stir until smooth.
  10. Pour ganache over the pastry cream and spread evenly. Refrigerate until set before serving.

Notes

  • Use homemade pastry cream for a more authentic flavor.
  • Chill the cheesecake thoroughly for clean slices.
  • Top with extra whipped cream if desired for added indulgence.

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