Cherry Cheesecake Recipe
This recipe is the perfect blend of creamy cheesecake and tangy cherry topping. The crust is made with graham crackers and butter, providing a satisfying crunch. The cheesecake filling is made with cream cheese, sugar, and eggs, creating a smooth and rich texture. And the cherry topping is made with canned cherries, sugar, and cornstarch, resulting in a sweet and tangy flavor.
Equipment
- Oven
- 9-inch springform pan
- Mixing bowls (medium and large)
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Whisk or electric mixer
- Spatula
- Knife
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
Filling:
- 24 oz cream cheese room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Topping:
- 1 can 21 oz cherry pie filling
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F. Grease a 9-inch springform pan and set it aside.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of the prepared pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth. Add in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract. Pour the filling into the crust.
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the cherry pie filling, cornstarch, and sugar. Spoon the mixture over the cheesecake filling.
- Place the cheesecake in the oven and bake for 60-70 minutes or until the center is almost set. Turn off the oven, crack open the door and let the cheesecake cool down for about 30 minutes.
- Remove the cheesecake from the oven and run a knife around the edge of the pan to loosen the cheesecake. Allow the cheesecake to cool to room temperature before covering and refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Once the cheesecake is chilled, remove the sides of the pan and serve. Enjoy your delicious cherry cheesecake!
- Note: You can also make the cherry topping from scratch by using fresh cherries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice.
Notes
Nutrition fact
The nutrition facts for this cherry cheesecake recipe will vary depending on the specific ingredients used and the serving size. However, a slice of cheesecake typically contains the following:
High calories, around 300-400 calories per slice.
High in fat, with around 20-30 grams of fat per slice.
High in cholesterol, with around 100-150 milligrams per slice.
High in sugar, with around 20-30 grams per slice.
Low in protein, with around 5-7 grams per slice.
It's also worth noting that a traditional cheesecake contains a significant amount of saturated fat and sugar, so it should be consumed in moderation.