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"Swicy" Hot Honey & Roasted Peach Cheesecake In Pressure Cooker - Creamy, Spicy-Sweet Perfection

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 8 servings

Ingredients

  • For the crust:
  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (or vanilla wafer crumbs)
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • Pinch of fine sea salt
  • For the roasted peaches:
  • 3 medium ripe peaches, pitted and sliced (or 2 cups frozen, thawed and patted dry)
  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil or melted butter
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
  • For the filling:
  • 16 ounces cream cheese, full-fat, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup sour cream, room temperature
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 2 tablespoons hot honey (plus more to taste)
  • For topping:
  • 2–3 tablespoons hot honey, warmed
  • Flaky sea salt (optional)
  • Extra roasted peach slices
  • Equipment:
  • 6- or 7-inch springform pan (fits most 6-quart pressure cookers)
  • Pressure cooker with trivet
  • Parchment paper and foil
  • Blender or food processor (optional)

Instructions

  • Prep the pan: Line the bottom of the springform pan with parchment. Lightly grease the sides. Wrap the outside with a layer of foil to prevent moisture from sneaking in.
  • Roast the peaches: Heat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss peach slices with oil, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Spread on a lined sheet pan and roast 12–15 minutes until softened and lightly caramelized. Cool, then roughly chop half for the batter; reserve the rest for topping.
  • Make the crust: In a bowl, mix graham crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and salt until it feels like wet sand. Press firmly into the prepared pan, going slightly up the sides. Freeze 10 minutes to set.
  • Blend the filling base: Beat cream cheese and sugar with a hand mixer on medium until smooth, 1–2 minutes. Scrape the bowl. Add sour cream, vanilla, salt, and hot honey. Beat on low until combined and creamy.
  • Add eggs: Beat in eggs one at a time on low, just until incorporated. Do not overmix—this keeps the texture silky and prevents extra air bubbles.
  • Fold in peaches: Gently fold the chopped roasted peaches into the batter. Taste a tiny dab and adjust with another teaspoon of hot honey if you want more heat.
  • Fill the pan: Pour the batter over the chilled crust. Tap the pan firmly on the counter 4–5 times to release bubbles. Pop any surface bubbles with a toothpick for a smoother top.
  • Set up the pressure cooker: Add 1 cup water to the pot (use 1 1/2 cups for an 8-quart). Place the trivet in. Cover the cheesecake tightly with a layer of foil to prevent drips.
  • Cook: Lower the pan onto the trivet. Seal the lid and cook on High Pressure for 28–32 minutes (6-inch pan) or 32–35 minutes (7-inch pan). Natural release for 10 minutes, then quick release the remaining pressure.
  • Check doneness: The center should wobble like set Jell-O, not slosh. If it’s too loose, re-cover and pressure cook 3–5 more minutes with a short natural release.
  • Cool gradually: Remove the pan; blot the foil before lifting to avoid drips. Let the cheesecake cool on a rack until the pan is just warm, about 1 hour. Run a thin knife around the edge to prevent cracks as it contracts.
  • Chill: Cover and refrigerate at least 6 hours, preferably overnight, to set the texture and deepen the flavor.
  • Finish and serve: Unmold. Arrange reserved roasted peaches on top. Warm the hot honey until pourable and drizzle generously. Add a pinch of flaky salt for contrast. Slice with a hot, clean knife.