🧙♂️✨ Hogwarts Houses Butterbeer Swirl Cheesecake – A Magical Treat for Every Witch & Wizard! 🍰🍺
This Hogwarts Houses Butterbeer Swirl Cheesecake combines the creamy richness of classic cheesecake with the warm, buttery sweetness of butterbeer. Perfect for themed parties or cozy evenings, it features a graham cracker crust, velvety cream cheese filling, and golden butterbeer swirls that are both magical and delicious.
- Prep Time: 25
- Cook Time: 65
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 1x
Ingredients
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For the crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the cheesecake filling:
- 24 oz (680 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the butterbeer swirl:
- ½ cup butterscotch syrup
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Combine graham cracker crumbs with melted butter. Press firmly into the bottom of a parchment-lined springform pan. Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
- Make the cheesecake batter: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar, then eggs one at a time. Mix in sour cream and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Prepare the butterbeer swirl: In a small bowl, whisk together butterscotch syrup and heavy cream until smooth.
- Assemble the cheesecake: Pour half of the cheesecake batter over the chilled crust. Drizzle half of the butterbeer mixture. Add the remaining cheesecake batter and top with remaining butterbeer swirl. Use a skewer to create swirls.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Place the springform pan in a water bath. Bake for 60–70 minutes until edges are set but center slightly jiggles.
- Cool gradually: Turn off oven and let cheesecake cool in oven for 1 hour with door slightly open.
- Chill: Refrigerate for 4–6 hours or overnight.
- Serve: Decorate with house-themed toppings if desired. Slice carefully with a sharp knife.
Notes
Use room-temperature cream cheese for a smooth batter.
The water bath ensures even baking and prevents cracks.
Swirl patterns can be customized for each Hogwarts house.
Cheesecake is best served chilled.