Easy Cherry Cheesecake Recipe: Indulge in Homemade Delight
A simple and delicious cherry cheesecake recipe that you can make at home.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 5 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 eggs
- 1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
- In a medium bowl, mix together graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and vanilla, and beat until well combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Pour mixture over the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes or until set. Allow to cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Top with cherry pie filling before serving.
Notes
- For best results, let the cheesecake chill overnight.
- Feel free to substitute the cherry filling with your favorite fruit topping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Easy Cherry Cheesecake Recipe, Cheesecake, Desserts