Servings: 6 pieces
Calories: 345kcal
Cost: 15
Ingredients
Philadelphia Cheesecake Filling
- 2 4 oz pkg. of Philadelphia cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup sugar granulated
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
Graham Cracker Crust
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1/4 cup sugar granulated
- 1 6 oz. ready-to-use graham cracker crumb crust Optional
Strawberry Topping for Cheesecake With Strawberry Jam Variation
- 1 lb strawberries or fruit of your choice
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/3 cup sugar
Strawberry Topping for Cheesecake With Jam (Quickest Method)
- 2 cups strawberries hulled and sliced
- 1/4 cup strawberry jam
- whipped cream, for serving optional
Instructions
Philadelphia Cheesecake Crust Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Mix until well combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan, using a flat-bottomed glass to press it down evenly.
Philadelphia Cheesecake Filling Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the crust.
- Bake the cheesecake for 40-50 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake in the oven for 30 minutes with the door slightly open.
- Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool to room temperature.
- Chill the cheesecake in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
Strawberry Topping for Cheesecake - From Scratch Variation
- In a saucepan, combine fruit, sugar, and lemon juice.
- Place over medium heat and bring to a boil.
- Turn down and let simmer for 20 minutes or until the mixture has thickened.
- Remove from heat and let cool. The mixture will continue to thicken as it cools.
Strawberry Topping for Cheesecake - Jam Variation
- Arrange the sliced strawberries on top of the cheesecake.
- In a small saucepan, heat the strawberry jam over low heat until it becomes liquid.
- Drizzle the jam over the strawberries.
- Serve on top of your cheesecake with whipped cream, a few fresh berries or pieces of fresh fruit, and a fresh mint sprig, if desired.
Notes
Although this recipe tends to be very easy for any skill level in the kitchen, here are a few tips that will ensure your cheesecake turns out perfectly every time!
- For clean edges on the cheesecake slices, use a sharp knife on the chilled cheesecake and wipe it clean after every cut!
- Don’t over-mix the batter or mix at too high of a speed.
- Make sure your cream cheese is always at room temperature.
- For a bit different filling flavor, try using Philadelphia Strawberry cream cheese!
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 345kcal | Carbohydrates: 59g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 83mg | Sodium: 132mg | Potassium: 257mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 44g | Vitamin A: 346IU | Vitamin C: 75mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 2mg
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