How do I bake a capn crunch cheesecake?

Indulge your taste buds in a creamy and dreamy Cap'n Crunch cheesecake! A decadent dessert that will make you say, 'Ahoy, delicious!'

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I bake a Capn Crunch cheesecake. Items include: Cap'n Crunch cereal Butter Salt Cream cheese Granulated sugar Vanilla extract Whipped cream Fresh berries

Cap'n Crunch cereal 3 cups, divided
Butter 1/2 cup, melted
Salt Pinch
Cream cheese 16 oz (2 blocks), softened
Granulated sugar 1 cup
Vanilla extract 1 teaspoon
Whipped cream For garnish
Fresh berries For garnish

Take note
Before we embark on this culinary journey, please keep in mind that indulging in this Cap'n Crunch cheesecake may cause intense cravings and permanent obsession. Proceed with caution!

1

Crush the Cap'n Crunch

Start by placing the Cap'n Crunch cereal in a zip-top bag and using a rolling pin or a heavy object, crush the cereal into fine crumbs. You can also use a food processor for this step if you prefer.

2

Mix the crust

In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed Cap'n Crunch crumbs, melted butter, and a pinch of salt. Stir well until the mixture resembles wet sand.

3

Press the crust

Transfer the crust mixture into a 9-inch springform pan. Use the back of a spoon or your fingers to press the crust evenly into the bottom of the pan and slightly up the sides.

4

Bake the crust

Pop the crust in the oven and bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes, or until it turns golden brown and smells absolutely heavenly. Remove from the oven and let it cool while you work on the filling.

5

Prepare the filling

In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add in the granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix until well combined and fluffy.

6

Add the crunch

Gently fold in about 1 cup of crushed Cap'n Crunch cereal into the cream cheese mixture. The crunchy cereal bits will give it that extra wow factor!

7

Pour and smooth

Pour the cream cheese mixture into the cooled crust and use a spatula to smooth the top for a picture-perfect finish. Now it's time to let it chill!

8

Chill to perfection

Place the cheesecake in the refrigerator and let it chill for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight. This will allow the flavors to meld together and the cheesecake to set beautifully.

9

Garnish and serve

When you're ready to devour, remove the sides of the springform pan and garnish your Cap'n Crunch cheesecake with extra crushed cereal, whipped cream, or fresh berries. Each bite will be a sweet, crunchy, and creamy delight!