Champagne Cheesecake
Champagne cheesecake is a sophisticated dessert that combines the creamy texture of traditional cheesecake with a delightful effervescent twist. Each slice offers a luscious blend of sweetness and sparkling wine, making it the perfect treat for celebrations or intimate gatherings. This impressive dish is easy to prepare, ensuring you’ll be the star of any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 16 oz cream cheese (full-fat)
- 1 cup sour cream (full-fat)
- ½ cup champagne or sparkling wine (dry)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press into a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust.
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes until golden, then cool completely.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth in a separate bowl. Add sour cream, sugar, champagne, vanilla extract, and lemon juice; mix until combined.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time on low speed to avoid overmixing.
- Pour filling over cooled crust and bake at 325°F (160°C) for 50-60 minutes until edges are set but center jiggles slightly.
- Allow cheesecake to cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least four hours or overnight.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For variations, substitute graham cracker crust with Oreo or almond flour crust. Enhance flavors by adding lemon zest or fresh berries as toppings before serving.