Delicious Cherry Cheesecake
Indulge in this Delicious Cherry Cheesecake Recipe, where creamy cheesecake meets a buttery graham cracker crust, topped with a luscious layer of sweet-tart cherries. Perfect for any occasion, this dessert is not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to make.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 16 oz Philadelphia cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh cherries or cherry pie filling
- 3 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl and press firmly into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sour cream, sugar, and vanilla; mix until combined.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Pour the filling over the crust and bake for 55-60 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool at room temperature before chilling in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Top with cherries right before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Use full-fat cream cheese for optimal richness. Feel free to substitute fresh cherries with frozen ones; just thaw and drain excess liquid. Experiment with different fruits like blueberries or strawberries for a unique twist.