Indulge in the creamy delight of a classic homemade cheesecake, a timeless dessert that combines a rich, velvety filling with a crumbly graham cracker crust. This beloved treat is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a special celebration or a simple gathering with loved ones. With its smooth texture, tangy sweetness, and endless variations, cheesecake is a versatile dessert that can be customized to suit any taste preference. From the traditional New York-style cheesecake to lighter, no-bake options and even gluten-free variations, this comprehensive guide provides you with a collection of easy-to-follow recipes that cater to different dietary needs and preferences. Each recipe is carefully crafted to ensure a creamy, flavorful cheesecake that will impress your friends and family with every bite.
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OUR BEST CHEESECAKE
Not only is this our best cheesecake-a rich, creamy, cherry-topped showstopper--it's also one of the easiest to make!
Provided by Philadelphia
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese
Time 6h25m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Mix graham crumbs, butter and 1/4 cup sugar; press onto bottom of 9-inch springform pan.
- Beat cream cheese and remaining sugar in large bowl with mixer until blended. Add sour cream and vanilla; mix well. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating on low speed after each addition just until blended. Pour over crust.
- Bake 1 hour to 1 hour 10 min. or until center is almost set. Run knife around rim of pan to loosen cake; cool before removing rim. Refrigerate cheesecake 4 hours.
- Top with pie filling before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 341.4 calories, Carbohydrate 36.2 g, Cholesterol 97.9 mg, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 277.1 mg, Sugar 18 g
ULTIMATE HOMEMADE CHEESECAKE
Why wait until you're dining out to enjoy rich, creamy cheesecake? This "ultimate homemade" recipe is the perfect finish to any meal.
Provided by Arlene Cummings
Categories Dessert
Time 6h45m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Heat oven to 325°F. In small bowl, mix crust ingredients; press in bottom of ungreased 10-inch springform pan. Bake 10 minutes. Cool 3 to 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in large bowl, beat both kinds of cream cheese, 1 1/4 cups sugar, 2 teaspoons vanilla and 2 tablespoons lemon juice with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and well blended. On low speed, add eggs 1 at a time, beating well after each addition until blended. Add flour; beat until smooth.
- Pour filling over crust. Bake 55 minutes. Cool on cooling rack 10 minutes. Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix sour cream layer ingredients.
- Spoon and spread sour cream mixture evenly over top of cheesecake. Bake 10 minutes longer. Run knife around edge of pan to loosen cheesecake. Cool completely on cooling rack, about 2 hours. Cover; refrigerate at least 3 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, remove side of pan. Garnish each serving with fresh strawberries and a drizzle of strawberry sundae syrup and a dollop of whipped cream. Store in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving
HOMEMADE CHEESECAKE
I make this cheesecake seasonally for work, and it's always a hit. Everyone compliments how delicious it is and that not many homemade cheesecakes turn out so well or taste so good. You'll need a 9-inch springform pan and an electric hand mixer.
Provided by SelenaMarie
Categories Desserts Cakes Cheesecake Recipes
Time 6h10m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, walnuts, and cinnamon sugar in the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Add melted butter and mix well. Press into the bottom of the pan and about 1 to 2 inches up the sides. Set aside in a freezer while preparing the filling.
- Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract in a bowl using an electric hand mixer until combined. Add heavy cream slowly while beating on low speed; continue beating until smooth. Add eggs slowly, 1 at a time, beating on low speed until combined.
- Remove crust from the freezer and pour in filling.
- Bake in the preheated oven until center appears almost set when gently shaken, 35 to 45 minutes.
- Remove cheesecake carefully from the oven and place on a wire rack to cool, about 15 minutes. Cut around the outer edge using a butter knife to separate from the pan. Let cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes more. Unclip the side of the pan and remove the cake. Let cool for another 30 minutes; chill in the refrigerator at least 4 hours to overnight before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 461.6 calories, Carbohydrate 24.1 g, Cholesterol 150 mg, Fat 38.3 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 7.2 g, SaturatedFat 22.4 g, Sodium 306.8 mg, Sugar 16.1 g
EASY HOMEMADE CHEESECAKE
With a crust made from boxed cake mix and a topping that's made with your choice of fruit pie filling, this cheesecake is both easy and delicious!
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 8h55m
Yield 16 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- For the crust
- Mix cake mix, egg and butter for crust, with an electric mixer, until they are incorporated and crumbly.
- Press into an ungreased 9x13 pan. Set aside.
- For the filling
- Beat cream cheese, eggs, sugar and vanilla on medium/high speed with an electric mixer for 2-3 minutes or until filling is smooth and creamy. Be careful not to overbeat the filling, as overbeating cheesecake causes cracks.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until the cheesecake is set in the center.
- Remove the cheesecake from the oven and set on a wire cooling rack to cool.
- For the topping
- Mix up the sour cream topping by stirring together the sour cream, sugar and vanilla. When fully mixed, spread the topping over the warm cheesecake and allow the cheesecake to finish cooling.
- Once cool, spread the pie filling over the top of the cheesecake, cover and refrigerate until you are ready to serve. Alternatively, you can refrigerate the cheesecake without the fruit topping. When ready to serve, cut the cheesecake into squares and top with pie filling.
- Alternatively, have a few pie filling options on hand and top the cheesecake squares with your guest's favorite topping.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g
EASIEST CHEESECAKE
This recipe came from the back of a Philadelphia cream cheese box. Recipe for graham cracker pie crust not included it's very simple and easy and delish.
Provided by WackyJacky
Categories Cheesecake
Time 1h5m
Yield 1 pie, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Cream the cheese and sugar.
- Mix in vanilla.
- Mix eggs last.
- Mix on med. until batter looks uniform.
- Pour into a graham cracker pie crust (I use premade).
- Put into middle rack preheated oven to 350°F.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes.
- Let cool then place in fridge until cold.
- Enjoy.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will directly impact the taste of your cheesecake. Use full-fat cream cheese, fresh eggs, and pure vanilla extract.
- Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature: This will help it mix smoothly with the other ingredients and prevent lumps.
- Beat the cream cheese and sugar together until light and fluffy: This will help incorporate air into the mixture and give your cheesecake a smooth texture.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition: This will help prevent the eggs from curdling.
- Pour the cheesecake batter into a springform pan and bake in a water bath: This will help prevent the cheesecake from cracking.
- Chill the cheesecake for at least four hours before serving: This will help it set properly and develop its full flavor.
Conclusion:
This easy homemade cheesecake recipe is a delicious and impressive dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a cheesecake that will wow your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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