Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step‑By‑Step Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together heat-treated all-purpose flour, light brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until well combined. Cut in the cold, cubed unsalted butter until the texture resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, gently toss the thick slices of slightly underripe peaches with melted butter, additional light brown sugar, and a sprinkle of cinnamon until all slices are coated. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, combine crushed graham crackers, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and a tiny pinch of salt. Stir in melted butter and press firmly into the bottom of a springform pan. Bake at 350°F for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat room-temperature cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add granulated sugar and cornstarch, mixing until well combined. Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently, then stir in vanilla and sour cream until creamy.
- Pour half of the cheesecake batter over the baked graham cracker crust. Spoon the peach mixture over the batter, then top with the remaining cheesecake batter, smoothing the surface.
- Preheat oven to 325°F and bake for approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes, until edges are set but the center has a slight jiggle. Turn off the oven and let cool inside for an hour.
- After cooling, transfer the cheesecake to room temperature, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Nutrition
Notes
Use slightly underripe peaches for better texture during baking. Room temperature ingredients help avoid lumps in the cheesecake batter.
