Boston Cream Pie Cheesecake
Boston Cream Pie Cheesecake is a decadent dessert combining creamy cheesecake with classic Boston cream pie flavors. Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, smooth cream cheese filling, and luscious vanilla custard topping, this elegant cheesecake is perfect for celebrations and impressing guests.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: Approximately 5.5 hours
- Yield: Serves 12
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking, stovetop (for custard)
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup granulated sugar (for crust)
3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar (for cheesecake)
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for cheesecake)
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons cornstarch (for custard)
1 cup whole milk
1/4 cup granulated sugar (for custard)
2 large egg yolks
2 tablespoons cornstarch (for custard)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for custard)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
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Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 1/4 cup sugar; press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form crust. Set aside.
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Beat cream cheese and 1 cup sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla.
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Pour cream cheese mixture over crust, smooth top. Bake 50-60 minutes until center is set but slightly jiggly. Cool.
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For custard, whisk heavy cream, whole milk, 1/4 cup sugar, 2 tbsp cornstarch, and egg yolks in saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring until thickened and boiling gently. Remove from heat, stir in 1 tsp vanilla. Cool to room temperature.
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Spread custard evenly over cooled cheesecake. Chill at least 4 hours or overnight.
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Release springform pan sides, slice, and serve.
Notes
Add chocolate ganache on top for extra richness.
Fresh berries between layers add freshness.
Use chocolate cookie crust instead of graham crackers for deeper flavor.
Almond extract can substitute vanilla for a unique twist.
Store covered in refrigerator up to 4 days. Avoid freezing due to custard texture changes.
Use gluten-free crust options to make recipe gluten-free.
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