Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Prepare and Bake the Peaches
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).Wash and slice the peaches. You can leave the skins on or peel them, depending on your preference.Toss the peach slices with granulated sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.Arrange them on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes. Set aside to cool.
Prepare the Graham Cracker Crust
- Mix the graham cracker crumbs with the melted butter until evenly combined.Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 10-inch (26 cm) springform pan.Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.
Make the Crumble Topping
- Combine the melted butter, brown sugar, flour, and a pinch of salt.Mix until coarse crumbs form.Spread the crumble on a parchment-lined baking sheet.Bake for about 10 minutes, or until lightly golden brown. Let cool.
Prepare the Cheesecake Filling
- Beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.Add the eggs, sour cream, vanilla extract, and cornstarch.Mix gently just until combined. Do not overmix.
Assemble the Cheesecake
- Pour half of the cheesecake filling over the cooled graham cracker crust.Arrange the cooled baked peach slices evenly over the filling.Sprinkle a layer of the baked crumble over the peaches.Pour the remaining cheesecake filling over the top and gently smooth the surface.
Bake the Cheesecake
- Place a small oven-safe pan or baking dish filled with hot water on a lower rack in the oven.Bake the cheesecake at 350°F (175°C) for about 1 hour 20 minutes.The edges should be set while the center still has a slight jiggle.
Cool and Chill
- Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside briefly with the oven door slightly open.Remove it from the oven and allow it to cool completely at room temperature.Cover and refrigerate overnight for the best texture and cleanest slices.
