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Galaxy Cheesecake with Gold Leaf

A stunning celestial-themed cheesecake featuring vibrant purple and blue swirls topped with shimmering edible gold leaf.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 7 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
Cheesecake Filling
  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup sour cream full fat
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs room temperature
  • 0.25 cup heavy cream
Decorations
  • 4 colors gel food coloring blue, purple, black
  • 1 sheet edible gold leaf

Equipment

  • 9-inch Springform Pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Roasting pan (for water bath)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press into a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove and cool completely.
  3. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add sour cream and vanilla, mixing well.
  4. Add eggs one at a time on low speed, then stir in the heavy cream.
  5. Divide a small portion of batter into bowls and tint with gel food coloring. Pour white batter into crust and drop colored batter on top.
  6. Swirl colors with a toothpick. Bake in a water bath for 55-65 minutes until set but jiggly in the center.
  7. Cool in the oven with the door cracked for 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 6 hours.
  8. Top with clear glaze and edible gold leaf before serving.

Notes

Always use gel food coloring for the most vibrant colors without altering the batter texture.