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Our Best Cheesecake Recipe

Our Best Cheesecake Recipe
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This classic cheesecake recipe features a rich, creamy filling atop a buttery graham cracker crust, finished with a luscious cherry pie topping. Easy to make and undeniably indulgent, it’s the perfect dessert for parties or special occasions.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 5 hrs 15 mins
  • Yield: 16 servings
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

For the Crust

  • 1 ¾ cups Honey Maid Graham Cracker Crumbs
  • ⅓ cup butter, melted
  • ¼ cup sugar

For the Cheesecake Filling

  • 3 (8 ounce) packages Philadelphia Cream Cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup Breakstone’s or Knudsen Sour Cream
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs

For the Topping

  • 1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (180°C) and allow it to fully preheat while you prepare the other components, ensuring even baking.
  2. Make the Crust: In a large bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 1/4 cup sugar until thoroughly combined. The mixture should resemble wet sand.
  3. Prepare the Pan: Press the crumb mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust.
  4. Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and remaining 1 cup sugar with a mixer until smooth and creamy. Add the sour cream and vanilla; mix until well blended. Add eggs one at a time, beating on low speed and scraping down the sides after each addition just until combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Assemble the Cheesecake: Pour the cheesecake filling over the prepared crust in the springform pan, spreading it evenly.
  6. Bake: Transfer the pan to the preheated oven and bake until the center is almost set, about 1 hour to 1 hour and 10 minutes. The edges should be slightly puffed and the center slightly wobbly.
  7. Cool: Remove the cheesecake from the oven. Run a knife around the rim of the pan to loosen the cake, which helps prevent surface cracks as it cools. Allow it to cool to room temperature before removing the rim.
  8. Chill: Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours to set completely and develop flavor and texture.
  9. Add the Topping: Just before serving, spread the cherry pie filling evenly over the top of the chilled cheesecake. Slice and enjoy!

Notes

  • Chill the cheesecake thoroughly for the creamiest texture and easiest slicing.
  • Swap cherry pie filling for other fruit toppings, such as blueberry or strawberry, if desired.
  • For clean slices, dip your knife in hot water and wipe it clean between cuts.
  • Room-temperature cream cheese ensures a smooth filling with no lumps.

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