FAMILY-FAVORITE CHEESECAKE

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This easy cheesecake recipe has been a family favorite for almost 20 years. It's fluffy, delicate and absolutely delicious. I've shared it at many gatherings over the years and have even started baking it for our friends instead of Christmas cookies. -Esther Wappner, Mansfield, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 40 squares)
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup butter, melted
FILLING:
3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 large eggs, separated
TOPPING:
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, sugar and cinnamon; stir in butter. Press onto the bottom and 2 in. up the sides of a greased 9-in. springform pan. Bake at 350° for 5 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Reduce heat to 325°. , In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar and vanilla until smooth. Add egg yolks; beat on low just until combined. , In a small bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form; fold into cream cheese mixture. Pour over crust., Bake for 1 hour or until center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate until completely cooled. , Combine the sour cream, sugar and vanilla; fold in whipped cream. Spread over cheesecake. Refrigerate overnight. Remove sides of pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 414 calories, Fat 23g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 132mg cholesterol, Sodium 269mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Emma Nice
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Overall, this is a great cheesecake recipe. It's easy to make and the results are delicious. I would definitely recommend it to others.


Salih Khan Dishani
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my cheesecake didn't turn out very well. The texture was a bit grainy and the flavor was bland.


Royal Barua
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This cheesecake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still very good. I would recommend using less sugar next time.


phina twigyi
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I made a few substitutions to this recipe (I used a gluten-free graham cracker crust and vegan cream cheese) and it turned out great! I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Tarin Akther
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This cheesecake is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth every penny. It's truly a special dessert.


loriana abdu
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I've tried many different cheesecake recipes, but this one is by far my favorite. It's the perfect combination of creamy and tangy.


Josh Harshman
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I'm not a huge fan of cheesecake, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so light and fluffy, and the flavor is out of this world.


Princeston Childs
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This cheesecake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's totally worth it. The results are amazing!


wai phyo Kyaw
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I made this cheesecake for my husband's birthday and he absolutely loved it! He said it was the best cheesecake he's ever had.


otae lvr
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I love that this recipe uses sour cream. It gives the cheesecake a lovely tanginess that balances out the sweetness perfectly.


Tamanna Begum
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This cheesecake is so rich and creamy, it's like a dream come true. The perfect dessert for any occasion.


Bishal Makaju
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I've made this cheesecake several times now and it always turns out perfect. It's so easy to make and the results are always impressive. My friends and family rave about it!


Md Aloddin
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This cheesecake was a huge hit at my family gathering! Everyone loved the creamy texture and the delicious graham cracker crust. I will definitely be making this again.