Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 cup butterscotch chips
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- Whipped cream and additional butterscotch sauce for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter, press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla and sour cream, mixing well.
- Melt butterscotch chips with heavy cream, then fold into the cream cheese mixture.
- Pour the filling over the crust, sprinkle with chopped nuts, and bake for 55-60 minutes until set.
- Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, top with additional butterscotch sauce and whipped cream.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smooth batter.
- Bake in a water bath for even cooking and prevent cracking.
- Chill thoroughly for best flavor and texture before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12th)
- Calories: 420 Kcal
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 105mg