This Peach Cobbler Cheesecake has a layer of juicy peaches and cinnamon streusel baked in the center of an ultra creamy vanilla cheesecake. Top the cheesecake with more peaches and streusel for a showstopper summer dessert!
Why you’ll love this recipe:
- Fresh Peaches – Fresh peaches are roasted to juicy perfection, making them tender and extra juicy! This is the perfect dessert to make during peach season.
- Cinnamon Streusel – A quick cinnamon streusel gives this cheesecake the feel of peach cobbler.
- Creamy Cheesecake – My simple recipe for cheesecake is ultra creamy, and easy to make.
Ingredient Overview:
- Peaches – I recommend using fresh peaches! They’re in season right now and are so incredible. See substitutions for a frozen alternative.
- Cream Cheese – Be sure to use blocks of full-fat cream cheese. Set your cream cheese out ahead of time so it can come to room temperature.
- Sour Cream – Use full fat for best results. Pull this out ahead of time so it can come to room temperature.
- Eggs – Pull the eggs out ahead of time so it can come to room temperature.
- Vanilla Extract – Don’t skimp on the vanilla here – with a vanilla cheesecake batter, you want to use real vanilla for the best flavor.
Ingredient Substitutions:
- Peaches – If you’re making this out of season, you can use frozen peaches. There is a note in the recipe card below about using them for the filling and topping.
- Butter – As always, I adore salted butter! But, you can use unsalted if you prefer.
How to Make this Recipe Step-by-Step:
Step 1: Make your graham cracker crust by mixing together graham cracker crumbs, butter, and sugar. Pre-bake the crust in a springform pan for 10 minutes.
Step 2: Roast your peaches in the oven with a bit of cinnamon and sugar. This makes them tender and extra juicy.
Step 3: Make and bake the cinnamon streusel and let it cool while you make the cheesecake batter.
Step 4: Mix up the cheesecake batter. Cream together your cream cheese and sugar with an electric mixer or stand mixer. Then add your eggs, mixing between each until just combined. Add the sour cream and vanilla, and mix until just combined.
Step 5: Pour half of the cheesecake batter over the pre-baked crust. Add some of the roasted peaches and cinnamon streusel.
Step 6: Pour over the remaining batter. Bake the cheesecake as directed in the recipe below for best results. No need to use aluminum foil on the springform pan since we’re using a different water bath method!
Step 7: When ready to serve, top the cheesecake with more roasted peaches and the remaining cinnamon streusel!
Expert Success Tips:
- Pre-Baking the Crust – This is essential to avoiding a soggy crust. Do not skip this!
- What is a Water Bath? – I don’t like doing a traditional water bath because the crust always seems to get soggy. Instead, place your roasting pan full of boiling hot water on the rack below your cheesecake. You’ll get the same benefits of a water bath – an extra smooth, creamy cheesecake, without risking a soggy crust!
- Don’t Over Mix Cheesecake Batter- Over mixing the cheesecake batter can cause the cheesecake to buckle in the oven. It will still taste great, but won’t look as pretty.
- Let the Cheesecake Chill – Allow the cheesecake to come to room temp after it’s baked, and then transfer to the fridge to chill at least 6 hours or up to 1-2 days before serving.
- Roasted Peach Juices – Be sure to pour the juice left on the pan from roasting the peaches over your cheesecake – it adds SO much flavor!
Recipe Variations:
- Frozen Peaches – See my note in the recipe card below about using frozen peaches when fresh are out of season.
- Fewer Recipe Steps – You can skip the cinnamon streusel if you want to make one less element in this recipe.
- Gluten-Free Cheesecake – Use gluten-free graham crackers in the crust, and omit the streusel or make it with your favorite gluten-free cup-for-cup flour blend.
Serving + Storing this Recipe:
The cheesecake must come to room temp after baking, and then chill in the fridge at least 6 hours or up to 1-2 days before slicing and serving. I recommend making the peaches for the topping just before serving. Store leftover cheesecake in an airtight container in the fridge for 4-7 days.
Special Tools:
- Springform Pan – This recipe uses a 9-inch springform pan.
- Offset Spatula – I use an offset spatula for so many things, including smoothing the batter evenly into the pan for this recipe.
This Peach Cobbler Cheesecake Recipe is an amazing treat for the summertime. It quickly became one of our favorite desserts. Happy baking!
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Peach Cobbler Cheesecake
Ingredients
For the Roasted Peaches
- 10 medium ripe peaches, divided *See note for frozen peaches
- 5 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 and 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
For the Graham Cracker Crust
- 5 tbsp salted butter, melted
- 1 and 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
For the Cinnamon Streusel
- 1/2 cup salted butter, melted
- 2/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup + 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- pinch of salt
For the Cheesecake Batter
- 32 ounces full-fat block-style cream cheese, at room temp
- 1 and 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, at room temp
- 1 cup sour cream, at room temp
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Roast the Peaches: Preheat your oven to 400 ° F. Slice 4 peaches. You'll want to make the peaches for the topping fresh the day you serve the cheesecake. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, and toss the peach slices with 2 tbsp sugar, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, and 1/8 tsp nutmeg and let rest for 10 minutes to bring out the juices. Roast the peaches for 7-15 minutes, until desired tenderness is reached. Set aside to cool.
- Make the Crust: Turn oven to 350° F for the remainder of this recipe. Spray a 9-inch springform pan with nonstick spray and make sure the bottom is securely fastened. Stir together crust ingredients in a small bowl and press into prepared pan and up the sides of the pan. Bake this for 10 minutes. Set aside.
- Make the Cinnamon Streusel: Melt the butter in a medium mixing bowl. Stir the remaining streusel ingredients into the melted butter. You should have a crumbly mixture. Bake on a parchment-lined pan at 350° F for 8 minutes.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: Remember that your cold ingredients need to come to room temp before you start or the filling won't turn out as well. In a large bowl, cream the softened cream cheese with a hand mixer on medium-high speed, until nice and creamy, about 1 minute. Add the sugar and mix until creamed with the cream cheese. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing after each, on medium-low speed until just incorporated. Add the vanilla and sour cream, and mix until just incorporated. Pour half of the batter over the baked and cooled crust, then add the roasted peaches in an even layer. Sprinkle on 1/3 to 1/2 of the streusel. Pour on the remaining batter and smooth the top.
- Prepare the Water Bath + Bake: Get out a roasting pan. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Place the cheesecake on a rack positioned in the center of the oven, and place the roasting pan on the rack below it. Pour the boiling water into the roasting pan. This is the best way to do a water bath – no possibility of leakage into your cheesecake!Bake cheesecake at 350 ° F for 88-91 minutes. When done, the cheesecake will have only a slight wobble in the center, and a toothpick inserted into the edge will come out clean, and will have a bit of thick batter when inserted into the center. (A clean knife is a good sign that you've over baked your cheesecake and it won't have that extra creamy texture.) Turn off the oven and crack the oven door open. Let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour before removing it.
- Cheesecake Cooling: Once the hour is up, remove the pan from the oven and let cool completely at room temp, then cover well with foil or plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 6 hours or up to 2 days before removing from the pan and serving.
- Serve + Store: Once ready to serve the cheesecake, make the roasted peaches for the peach topping. Repeat the steps above, this time using 6 medium peaches, sliced, with 3 tbsp sugar, 1 tsp cinnamon, and 1/8 tsp nutmeg. Let the peach slices cool to room temp on the pan and then place them on top of the chilled cheesecake with the remaining streusel. Be sure to drizzle on the juices from the pan! Slice and serve. Leftovers keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 4-6 days.
Notes
Chanel says
I’ve made this and it was so delicious! Exceeded my expectations, and everyone loved it ❤️ People were impressed, thank you for this recipe!
Stephanie Simmons says
Thanks so much, Chanel!
Erica says
I love this Peach Cobbler Cheesecake! It is truly a showstopper. If I make it again, I’ll slice the peaches for the middle layer smaller, but that’s the only things I’d change. Delicious!
Stephanie Simmons says
Thanks so much, Erica!
Odin says
Hello, and thank you for this recipe – it looks amazing! I’m planning on making this for a loved one’s birthday coming up and was wondering: would it be doable to pre-roast the peaches and bake the crust a day or two ahead of time (crust would be kept in the freezer)? I’ve seen some recipes that say go for it, and others that don’t recommend that and say to do all the same day, so was curious for your input. Thank you in advance 😁
Stephanie Simmons says
Hi Odin! Sorry for the slow reply. I think you could pre-roast the peaches and I think the crust idea would work, but I haven’t tried it so I can’t guarantee it of course. My gut would probably be to make the crust the same day you plan to bake the whole cheesecake. Let me know how it all turns out! 🙂
Amanda says
THE BEST cheesy peachy cobbler cheesecake ever!
I’ve made it twice in a week and was the most talked about dessert around.
Stephanie Simmons says
Aw, I love that! Thanks so much Amanda. 🙂
Tania says
Delicious!!! My partner is Southern, which means any variation of peach cobbler is welcomed and this did not disappoint. Cheesecake had an almost caramel-y taste to it and the peaches were divine. Great recipe to learn how to multi-task as a baker as well. Thank you!
Stephanie Simmons says
Thanks for that kind compliment, Tania! So glad you liked this recipe. 🙂
Vivian says
Hello,
I’m guessing that the streusel in the middle becomes somewhat cakey after baking?
Stephanie Simmons says
Hi Vivian! I wouldn’t describe it as cakey, I think it retains some of it’s crunch and then that lessens the longer you keep leftovers. I hope you enjoy this recipe – let me know what you think of it! 🙂
Heather says
I saw this recipe on Instagram a few wks ago. I have two huge peach trees so I decided to give it a try. This was my first cheesecake that I have ever baked . Loved it. It’s creamy , not too sweet. Can’t wait to make it for friends!
Stephanie Simmons says
So glad you loved it, Heather!
Grey Street Cupcakes says
Delicious is an understatement!
It is worth all of the time.
My friends were beyond impressed and were still talking about it the next day.
Stephanie Simmons says
Thanks so much for your kind comment!
Britt says
Love this recipe! Made it at home and turned out amazing!
Stephanie Simmons says
Glad to hear that, Britt!
Ashley says
“This might be the best thing I’ve ever put in my mouth!”-coworker after eating. This cheesecake was a huge hit at work and also pretty easy to make. I’ve never made cheesecake before and it came out so good!!! If you are new to baking or cheesecake, don’t be scared, you can do it, and you wont regret it!!! Just make sure you sure you start it early, there are a lot of cooling steps. You don’t want to try to *whip* this up before bed.
Stephanie Simmons says
Thanks SO much for the kind review, Ashley! 🙂
Becky Eichelberger says
So simple and delicious! I made this but switched the crust to nilla wafers/gingersnaps. It was a great end of Summer treat for our family!
Stephanie Simmons says
That’s such fun alternative crust idea! Glad you liked this one, Becky. 🙂
Hopi Lockett says
It tastes as good as it looks! I didn’t melt the butter for the streusel, but other than that I followed the recipe. Loved not having to do the traditional waterbath. Thank you!
Stephanie Simmons says
So glad you enjoyed this recipe, Hopi!
Gina says
Excellent! I used way fewer peaches (5 total) just because they were large peaches, and as it was, the cheesecake rose to just above the springform pan. Everyone raved!
Stephanie Simmons says
Thanks, Gina! Glad it was a hit. 🙂
Scott says
This cheesecake was a hit with the guests at our progressive dinner. Lots of steps but trust me when I say it’s worth it. Will definitely make again!
Stephanie Simmons says
So glad to hear that, Scott! Happy baking. 🙂
Hannah says
This cheesecake was absolutely amazing! Definitely making it again soon.
Stephanie Simmons says
Thanks so much, Hannah! 🙂
Tori says
Very straightforward and tasty! My family was blown away by its beauty and taste!
Stephanie Simmons says
Thanks so much, Tori! 🙂
Hannah says
Cannot say enough good things about this recipe! Definitely do fresh peaches. I don’t even like cheesecake much and this was to die for. 10/10 would make again. It’s not hard at all. Easy to follow. Just takes some time. Forgot to say I cooked the cheesecake about 20 min less than the time told.
Stephanie Simmons says
Thanks, Hannah! 🙂
Hannah says
Cannot say enough good things about this recipe! Definitely do fresh peaches. I don’t even like cheesecake much and this was to die for. 10/10 would make again. It’s not hard at all. Easy to follow. Just takes some time.
Stephanie Simmons says
So glad to hear you enjoyed this cheesecake! 🙂
Cathi says
I made this recipe exactly as written (not easy for me!) and the cheesecake was amazing!! The cheesecake was VERY creamy and fresh peaches are the only way to go. I am definitely saving this recipe. Make sure you have time set aside as it takes the time it takes, but you will be glad you did!
Stephanie Simmons says
So glad you tried this and enjoyed it, Cathi! 🙂
Em says
Just incredible! A labour of love for sure, but worth it.
Stephanie Simmons says
Thanks so much, Em! 🙂
Melissa says
You absolutely can NOT just substitute cup for cup gluten free flour for the streusel. It was not crumbly at all and melted out to fill the entire sheet pan. I baked it a few extra minutes and crumbled up the resulting sheet-pan sized cookie I ended up with. Not the same but it made delicious crunchies for the topping.
Stephanie Simmons says
Hi Melissa – thanks for noting that. I hope you enjoyed the cheesecake regardless! 🙂
Kelli Warrick says
I made this cheesecake last weekend and my guests and my husband and I all LOVED it! It turned out so beautiful! I cooked all of the peaches at the same time and they were delicious! I will definitely make this again!
Stephanie Simmons says
I’m so glad to hear that, Kelli! 🙂
Dorann Longmore says
I made this cheesecake the other day. It’s probably one of the best cheesecakes I have ever made. I like making seasonal items and since they’re such a small window in the summer for fresh peaches I decided this would be a good dessert. I brought it to work and it was very well received. They all loved it.
Stephanie Simmons says
So glad to hear that everyone enjoyed this ecipe, Dorann! And thanks for your kind comment. 🙂
Sheree says
Will be trying this peach cheesecake. How do I prepare the springform pan prior to baking? Also how do I remove the bottom of the springform once the car is cooked and ready to serve? That has to be away of doing it without messing up the beauty of the cake.
Thanks,
ADK lake girl.
Stephanie Simmons says
Hi! You don’t need to do anything to prepare the springform pan. To remove the bottom of the pan, I use a pancake flipper or something similar and run it between the crust and the pan to loosen, then I simply tilt it so it slides off onto a serving plate. Happy baking! Let me know how you like this cheesecake. 🙂
Karon says
Just THE best! I think I’m in love.
Stephanie Simmons says
Thanks so much, Karon! Glad you enjoyed this recipe.
Amy says
So bummed. I’ve never made a cheesecake before. I followed the directions exactly. I checked in the cheesecake at 80 mins and it was completely brown! So disappointed.
Stephanie Simmons says
Hi Amy! I’ve had my cheesecakes brown on top in the past, but they still turned out fine and tasted delicious. How was the cheesecake once you cut into it? And, if it’s browning quite a bit, I recommend using an oven thermometer to check that your oven is at the correct temp, and not running hot.
Lynsie says
Did you leave the skins on the peaches?
Stephanie Simmons says
Hi Lynsie! Yes I did, they don’t bother me but you can certainly peel them first if you prefer no skins. 🙂 Let me know how you like the cheesecake!
Rebekah says
Okay ok omg this is an amazing yummy recipe!! Kids highly approve!
Stephanie Simmons says
Thanks so much, Rebekah! 🙂 Glad it was enjoyed by all.
Michelle says
Delicious cheesecake! Made this for a picnic and everyone raved about it. Will definitely make again.
Stephanie Simmons says
Thanks so much, Michelle! 🙂
Hannah says
Wonderful recipe! I will definitely be making this again! I used half mascarpone and half cream cheese and added a little cardamom where it called for cinnamon and nutmeg! Heavenly
Stephanie Simmons says
Cardamom sounds like a delicious addition to this recipe! So glad you enjoyed this cheesecake, Hannah. 🙂
Clare says
Could I use tinned peaches?
Stephanie Simmons says
Hi Clare! Do you mean canned peaches? I think so, I would be sure to drain the liquid and use ones that don’t have added sugar so it isn’t too sweet. If they’re already tender to your liking, you could skip the roasting step and just toss them in the same amounts of sugar and spices to have that added flavor. Let me know how you like the recipe!
Bernadette says
Wow! What an absolutely delicious recipe! The steps were straightforward and produced a beautiful cheesecake that the entire family enjoyed on a hot summer day! Some cheesecake recipes can be overly heavy and sweet, but this recipe has great balance. The peach & streusel layer was particularly good. I made a couple subtle tweaks/additions: I browned the butter used in the recipe as I personally like the depth of flavor that adds when baking. I also topped the cheesecake with a layer of homemade bourbon whipped cream and then decorated with the remaining peaches and streusel. I can’t wait to bake again! Thank you!
Stephanie Simmons says
Thanks so much for your in-depth review, Bernadette! I’m so glad you liked this cheesecake! The brown butter streusel and bourbon whipped cream both sound SO amazing – I’ll have to try that next time I make this one! 🙂
Jason says
Best cheesecake yet, my coworkers devoured it and I only had one piece. I’ll definitely use this recipe again. Great presentation and pics on Instagram.
Stephanie Simmons says
So glad to hear that, Jason! Thanks for your kind comment.
Mark says
Yummy
Mark says
Davi says
This is one of my favorite recipes, ever! SO delicious!
Stephanie Simmons says
So glad to hear that, Davi! ☺️
Kate says
Could I sub plain greek yogurt for the sour cream in this recipe without any major problems?
Stephanie Simmons says
Hi Kate! I think it should work fine, but I have to give the disclaimer that I haven’t tried it myself. Do let me know how it goes if you try it! I’d recommend using full fat greek yogurt. Happy baking!
Abby says
This recipe is my new favorite, a keeper for sure! I made yesterday and followed the instructions as written. Not only is it beautiful but delicious too! I already promised my family to make it and bring to a gathering next weekend after they saw the end result.
Stephanie Simmons says
Thanks so much, Abby! Glad to hear you all enjoyed it. 🙂
Linda says
Do you peel the peaches?
Stephanie Simmons says
I don’t because the peels don’t bother me, but you can peel them if you like! Here’s an easy method for peeling them – https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/how-to-peel-peaches/. Happy baking – let me know how you like the cheesecake! 🙂
Cathy says
Hi!! Any suggestions if anyone has tried to make this gluten free? Sorry if I missed thos if you did write it
Thank you!
Cathy
Stephanie Simmons says
Hi! Use gluten-free graham crackers in the crust, and use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend in the streusel, or omit the streusel. Let me know if you give this cheesecake a try! 🙂 Happy baking.
Tasha says
I love to do a butter and nut (usually pecan) crust to make cheesecake GF. Much more delicious than graham cracker crust in my opinion!
Stephanie Simmons says
Great idea, Tasha!
Arthur says
There’s no temperature for what to bake the cheesecake at.
Stephanie Simmons says
Hi Arthur! Bake the cheesecake at 350F, as the recipe states. Enjoy!
Alicia Parker says
Can you use a rectangular baking dish instead of a springform round pan? I’m making it for a lot of guests. How would I adjust the ingredients?
Stephanie Simmons says
Hi Alicia! I think a 9×13 pan would work – I wouldn’t try an 8×8 or 9×9, it would probably be too small. I would keep the recipe as is and start with a shorter bake time and check for doneness in the same way the recipe describes. Let me know how it goes! Happy baking.:)