Who doesn't love a delicious dessert to end a meal? This smooth and creamy texture and the luscious taste of perfectly sweetened cream cheese make cheesecake one of the most beloved dessert recipes. It's a rich, heavenly dessert that will dazzle your family and keep them coming back for more. Plus, it is such a versatile treat that you can jazz it up in a variety of ways. Read on to learn how to make this easy and creamy cheesecake recipe. And if you are looking to mix it up, we also have many more cheesecake recipes to make the perfect dessert this week.
Creamy Cheesecake Recipe
Ingredients
Cheesecake Crust:
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
- 4 tablespoons butter or margarine
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
Cheese Cake Filling and Topping:
- 3 (8 ounces) packages of cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 4 eggs
- 1 pint sour cream mixed with 1 tablespoon sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla
Directions
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. To make the crust, add melted butter to graham cracker crumbs and powdered sugar. Line the bottom of a springform pan to form the bottom and sides of the crust.
3. For the filling, mix cream cheese, sugar, vanilla, and heavy cream until smooth. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4. Pour the mixture into the springform pan. Bake for approximately 50 minutes.
5. Remove the cheesecake and spread the sour cream mixture on top. Return to the oven for another 5 minutes.
6. Cool in pan for 5 minutes. Run a knife around the edge to loosen it. Remove the side of the springform pan and refrigerate.