Ingredients:

  • 1.5 cups (150g) graham cracker crumbs
  • 6 tbsp (85g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tbsp (25g) granulated sugar
  • 1/4 tsp (1.5g) fine sea salt
  • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 can (14 oz / 397g) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) lemon juice
  • 1 can (29 oz / 820g) peach slices in heavy syrup, drained
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) reserved peach syrup
  • 1 tbsp (8g) cornstarch
  • 1/4 tsp (1.5g) ground cinnamon

Instructions:

  1. Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and salt in a medium bowl until the mixture resembles wet sand.
  2. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a parchment-lined 9x9 inch pan. Use the bottom of a measuring cup to ensure it is tightly packed.
  3. Place the pan in the freezer for 10 minutes to set the base.
  4. Beat the softened cream cheese on medium-high until smooth and aerated (about 2 minutes).
  5. Slowly pour in the sweetened condensed milk while continuing to beat.
  6. Mix in the vanilla extract and lemon juice until the filling is uniform and glossy.
  7. Spread the mixture over the chilled crust using an offset spatula, smoothing the top until perfectly level.
  8. In a small saucepan, whisk together the reserved peach syrup and cornstarch until no lumps remain.
  9. Simmer the syrup over medium heat until thickened into a glaze, then stir in the cinnamon and peach slices.
  10. Allow the peach glaze to cool slightly, then spoon it evenly over the cream layer.
  11. Refrigerate the dessert for at least 4 hours to allow the layers to set completely.