Homestyle Oat Crust Vanilla Cheesecake
This creamy, New York-style cheesecake features a unique toasted oat and cinnamon crust that provides a rustic texture and nutty flavor, perfectly balancing the silky smooth vanilla bean filling.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups rolled oats pulsed into coarse crumbs
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted
- 0.25 cup brown sugar packed
- 16 oz cream cheese softened to room temperature
- 0.66 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 1 cup sour cream full fat
- 1 tbsp vanilla bean paste or pure vanilla extract
- 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon for the crust
Notes
For the best texture, ensure all dairy ingredients are at room temperature before mixing. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. This cheesecake freezes well for up to 3 months if wrapped tightly in plastic wrap and foil.