Sous Vide Cheesecake Temperature Guide
Cheesecake in a water bath oven is already a thing — sous vide is the same idea but better: individual jars cook at a perfectly even 176°F, coming out silky, dense, and crack-free with zero water-seepage risk.
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Anova Precision Cooker 3.0
A circulator with an on-device screen makes it easy to dial these exact temps without touching your phone — our top pick for precision cooking.
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Quick comparison
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| Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 | A circulator with an on-device screen makes it easy to dial these exact temps without touching your phone — our top pick for precision cooking. | View → |
| Instant-read meat thermometer | Use one to verify your water bath and spot-check the finish — a $15 probe removes all guesswork. | View → |
Anova Precision Cooker 3.0
Editor’s PickA circulator with an on-device screen makes it easy to dial these exact temps without touching your phone — our top pick for precision cooking.
- + On-device temperature control
- + 1100W heats fast
- + Recipe library for temps
- − Premium price
- − Some app features paywalled
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Use one to verify your water bath and spot-check the finish — a $15 probe removes all guesswork.
- + Verifies actual temperature
- + Cheap insurance
- − Not needed if your circulator is accurate
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Buying advice
Fill 4-ounce jars with your cheesecake batter, cap loosely, and cook at 176°F for 60-75 minutes. Chill completely (minimum 4 hours, overnight is better) before serving. The texture is set but still creamy — exactly like a baked cheesecake's center. Variations: swirl in caramel, chocolate, or raspberry compote before cooking, or top with fruit after chilling.
FAQ
What temperature for sous vide cheesecake?
176°F for 60-75 minutes gives a silky, set center without cracking.
Do I need a crust?
Optional — a spoonful of graham cracker crumbs in the bottom of each jar works, or skip it for crustless cheesecake.
How long to chill?
At least 4 hours, overnight is better — cheesecake sets as it chills, not as it cooks.
Ready to cook perfectly?
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Anova Precision Cooker 3.0
A circulator with an on-device screen makes it easy to dial these exact temps without touching your phone — our top pick for precision cooking.
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