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Philadelphia Cheesecake Recipe

Cheesy Philadelphia Cheesecake Recipe

Indulge in the ultimate creamy delight with our Cheesy Philadelphia Cheesecake! A delectable fusion of rich creaminess and irresistible cheesiness in every heavenly bite. Pure satisfaction awaits!
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Additional Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Calories: 400kcal
Author: Anne Carter
Servings: 5

Equipment

  • Springform Pan 9-inch (23 cm)
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Electric Mixer or a Hand Mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Aluminum foil optional for water bath
  • Ood Processor optional for the crust
  • Oven Mitts
  • Wire rack

Ingredients

  • 2 Cup �Graham Cracker Crumbs From about 16 whole graham crackers
  • 13 Cup Granulated Sugar
  • 12 Cup �Unsalted Butter Melted
  • A Pinch Of Salt optional
  • 900G Full-Fat Cream Cheese Softene
  • 266g Granulated Sugar
  • 1 tbps vanilla extract
  • 4 Large Egg
  • 240ml Sour Cream�
  • Fresh Fruit Such as strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries
  • Whipped Cream
  • Caramel Or Chocolate Sauce

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 325�F (163�C) and wrap springform pan with foil.
  • Make crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, melted butter, and salt (optional). Press into pan and bake for 10 minutes. Cool.
    This image shows graham cracker crumbs pressed in a pan
  • Reduce oven temperature to 300�F (150�C) for water bath method.
  • Beat softened cream cheese, then add sugar, vanilla, and eggs one by one. Mix in sour cream or Greek yogurt and prepare filling.
    This image show the mixing of the softened Philadelphia Cream Cheese, sugar, flour, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy
  • For water bath, place cheesecake filling in crust and surround with hot water in a roasting pan.
    This image shows adding batter for cheesecake to the graham cracker crumbs
  • Bake for 1 hour and 30 minutes, then let it sit in the oven with the heat off for an hour.
    This image shows the process of baking cheesecake
  • Cool to room temperature, run a knife around the edge, and chill for 4 hours or overnight.
    this image shows cheesecake after freezing it
  • Unmold, top with fruit, whipped cream, and sauce (optional), and serve chilled.
    this image shows cheesecake garnished with fresh berries and syrup and ready to serve

Notes

1. Use quality ingredients.��
2. Opt for healthier crust options.
3. Reduce sugar or use natural sweeteners.
4. Mix in Greek yogurt for a lighter filling.
5. Use a water bath for baking.
6. Cool cheesecake slowly.
7. Choose fresh fruit toppings.
8. Practice portion control.

Nutrition

Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 25g | Fiber: 9g
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