Starry Night Cheesecake
Starry Night Cheesecake is a visually stunning dessert that combines a rich, creamy cheesecake base with vibrant swirls of galaxy-inspired colors, perfect for parties or special occasions.
- Author: yumrecipesnow
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 5 hours (including chilling)
- Yield: 1 cheesecake (8–10 servings) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- Food coloring (blue, purple, black)
- Edible glitter or star-shaped sprinkles (optional)
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press mixture into the bottom of the pan to form a crust. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove and cool.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and vanilla extract; mix well.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating after each addition. Stir in sour cream until smooth.
- Divide batter into three bowls. Tint each with a different food color (blue, purple, black).
- Spoon colored batters alternately into crust to create a swirled galaxy effect. Use a toothpick to gently swirl the colors.
- Bake for 55–65 minutes or until center is almost set. Turn off oven, crack door open, and let cheesecake cool for 1 hour.
- Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, top with edible glitter or star-shaped sprinkles if desired.
Notes
- Use gel food coloring for more vibrant colors.
- Let the cheesecake fully chill for the best texture and appearance.
- Wrap bottom of the springform pan in foil if baking in a water bath to prevent leaks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: galaxy cheesecake, starry night dessert, colorful cheesecake, party cheesecake