Instant Pot Cheesecake with Sour Cream Topping

This wonderful cheesecake is made in the Instant Pot and served with a sour cream topping. All ingredients should be room temperature for best results.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 50 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
• Calories: 528 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup white sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons white sugar
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup water
• aluminum foil
• 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese (softened to room temperature)
• 3 large eggs at room temperature
• 0.25 cup heavy cream at room temperature

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Lightly butter a 7-inch springform pan.

Step 2

Combine cream cheese and 1 cup sugar in a bowl; beat with an electric mixer on high speed for 3 minutes. Mix in eggs, one at a time, beating about 2 minutes after each addition. Add cream, flour, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; mix well. Transfer batter to the prepared pan. Wrap the pan tightly in aluminum foil so no water can get inside.

Step 3

Meanwhile, combine sour cream, 2 tablespoons sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract in a bowl; mix until smooth. Spread over the top of the cooled cheesecake, cover, and chill for at least 4 hours before serving.

Step 4

Pour 1 cup of water into a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and place a trivet in the bottom. Carefully center the filled pan onto the trivet. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 40 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

Step 5

Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Carefully remove the foil. The cake should be barely set in the center. Allow to cool to room temperature.