Classic cheesecake with cream cheese spread is a delightful dessert that combines a creamy, velvety filling with a graham cracker or cookie crust. With a delicate balance of sweetness and tanginess, this timeless treat is perfect for any occasion. If you're looking for the perfect recipe to create this classic dessert at home, we've got you covered. In this article, we'll provide you with a step-by-step guide to making a classic cheesecake with cream cheese spread that will surely impress your family and friends. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to indulge in this creamy, delicious masterpiece. Let's get started!
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CLASSIC CHEESECAKE
MY husband and I love desserts and this is one of our favorites. It is delicious and there are no leftovers...extra calories, you know! Sometimes I top each piece with fresh seasonal berries.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h5m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine cracker crumbs and sugar; stir in butter. Press onto the bottom of a greased 4-in. springform pan. Place on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 5 minutes. Cool on a wire rack., In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add egg; beat on low speed just until combined. Stir in lemon juice and peel. , Pour over crust. Return pan to baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until center is almost set. Remove from the oven; let stand for 5 minutes (leave oven on). , Combine topping ingredients; carefully spread over filling. Bake 5 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight. Remove sides of pan just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 488 calories, Fat 32g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 196mg cholesterol, Sodium 323mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 8g protein.
CLASSIC CHEESECAKE WITH CREAM CHEESE SPREAD
Delight in this decadent Classic Cheesecake with Cream Cheese Spread. Dress it up with some strawberries or chocolate sauce for a can't-miss dessert. Our Classic Cheesecake with Cream Cheese Spread is both time-tested and well-loved.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Recipes
Time 5h45m
Yield 16 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oven to 325°F.
- Combine graham crumbs, 3 Tbsp. sugar and butter; press onto bottom of 9-inch springform pan.
- Beat cream cheese spread, vanilla and remaining sugar in large bowl with mixer until blended. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing on low after each just until blended.
- Pour over crust.
- Bake 55 min. or until center is almost set. Run knife around rim of pan to loosen cake; cool before removing rim.
- Refrigerate 4 hrs.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, TransFat 0.5 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Sodium 310 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 5 g
CLASSIC CHEESECAKE
The Ancient Greeks made the earliest known cheesecakes. During the first Olympics, athletes ate a version made with flour, honey and cheese for energy. Modern cheesecake, made with cream cheese, appeared much later, showing up in New York City in the early 1900s.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories dessert
Time 2h
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Make the crust: Preheat the oven to 350˚ F. Toss the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter and sugar in a medium bowl until well combined. Firmly press into the bottom and 1 inch up the side of a 9-inch round springform pan. Bake until firm and a few shades darker, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a rack to cool completely. Reduce the oven temperature to 300˚ F.
- Meanwhile, make the filling: Beat the cream cheese and sugar in a large bowl with a mixer on medium-high speed until smooth and slightly fluffy, about 3 minutes. Beat in the heavy cream until combined. Beat in the eggs one at a time, scraping down the bowl as needed. Beat in the lemon juice and vanilla. Pour the filling into the cooled crust.
- Bake until the cheesecake is set around the edges but the center still jiggles slightly, 1 hour to 1 hour 25 minutes. Turn off the oven. Keep the cheesecake in the oven with the door ajar slightly, 20 minutes.
- Remove the pan from the oven and run a knife around the edge of the cheesecake to loosen. Transfer the pan to a rack and let the cheesecake cool completely, then refrigerate until set, at least 4 hours or overnight. Remove the springform ring, then slice the cheesecake.
- Drain two 14.5-ounce cans tart cherries, reserving 1/3 cup liquid. Combine the drained cherries, 1 cup bottled tart cherry juice, 2/3 cup sugar, 1/2 vanilla bean (add the pod and the seeds) and a pinch of salt in a saucepan. Simmer until syrupy, 20 minutes. Whisk 2 tablespoons cornstarch into the reserved cherry liquid, then pour into the saucepan. While stirring, bring to a boil and cook 1 more minute. Remove from the heat and stir in 1/4 teaspoon almond extract; let cool. Discard the vanilla bean. Refrigerate until chilled.
- Heat 2/3 cup heavy cream and 1/2 cup malt powder in a saucepan over medium heat, whisking, until the powder is dissolved and the mixture is steaming. Pour over 6 ounces chopped semisweet chocolate in a bowl; let stand 3 to 5 minutes. Stir until smooth, then let stand until thickened, 20 to 40 minutes. Pour over the cheesecake and spread with the back of a spoon. Sprinkle with chopped malt balls. Let set about 20 minutes.
- Slice a 2-inch piece of ginger into thin rounds. Combine the ginger with 1/4 cup sugar and 3/4 cup water in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat; cook until syrupy, about 10 minutes. Let cool, then remove the ginger and stir in 1/2 teaspoon lime zest. Toss the ginger-lime syrup with 3/4 cup chopped pineapple, 2 chopped kiwis and 1/2 chopped mango.
CLASSIC CHEESECAKE
This is a classic cheesecake -- velvety, rich, sweet and so satisfying. We are major fans of a thin sour cream cap on top of cheesecakes; it's the perfect balance to this rich cake.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories dessert
Time 9h25m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Position a rack in the middle of the oven and preheat to 325 degrees F.
- For the crust: Melt the butter, covered in the microwave, in a medium microwave-safe bowl, or a saucepan. Brush a 9-inch springform pan with some of the butter. Stir the remaining butter together with the crumbs, sugar, and salt. Press the crumb mixture over the bottom of the pan, taking care to get the crust evenly into the edges. Bake until golden brown, 15 to 18 minutes. Cool. Wrap the bottom and up the sides of the pan with foil and put in a roasting pan.
- For the filling: Beat the cream cheese on medium speed with a hand-held mixer until smooth. Add the granulated sugar and beat just until light and fluffy, scraping the sides of the bowl and beaters as needed. Slowly beat in the sour cream, then eggs, vanilla and both citrus zests; take care not to over whip. Pour into the cooled crust.
- Bring a medium saucepan or kettle of water to a boil. Gently place the roasting pan in the oven (don't pull the rack out of the oven). Pour in enough hot water to come about halfway up the side of the springform pan. Bake the cheesecake for about 1 hour and 10 minutes---the outside of the cake will set but the center will still be loose.
- For the topping: Stir together the sour cream, confectioners' sugar and vanilla. Spread over the top of the cooked cheesecake and return to the oven for 5 minutes. Turn the oven off, cook the cheesecake in the residual heat in the oven for about 1 hour. This gentle finish minimizes the risk of the dreaded crack in your cheesecake.
- Remove cheesecake from the roasting pan to a rack. Run a knife around the edges and cool to room temperature. Cover and refrigerate at least 8 hours or overnight.
- Bring cheesecake to room temperature 30 minutes before serving. Remove the springform ring. Dip a knife in warm water, wipe dry before slicing each piece. Serve with berries, if desired.
CLASSIC CHEESECAKE
This classic cheesecake has a sour cream topping and a homemade graham cracker crust. Enjoy with fresh strawberries and whipped cream.
Provided by Christianna Ripley
Categories Desserts Cakes Cheesecake Recipes
Time 6h30m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 2 tablespoons sugar in a bowl. Mix until evenly moistened; press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan and place in the refrigerator.
- Beat cream cheese in a large bowl with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Add 1 cup sugar and beat until combined. Add eggs and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; beat on high speed until creamy, about 1 minute. Pour cream cheese mixture into the chilled cracker crust and spread to evenly cover crust.
- Pour enough water into a rimmed baking sheet to cover the bottom, and place the springform pan on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 1 hour. Remove from the oven and increase oven temperature to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C).
- Just before cheesecake finishes baking, combine sour cream, 2 tablespoons sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract in a bowl for the topping. Spread evenly on top of the cheesecake.
- Return to the oven and bake for 5 minutes. Set the pan on a wire rack, and allow the cheesecake to cool at room temperature, about 1 hour. Refrigerate until completely chilled, about 4 hours, before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 533.1 calories, Carbohydrate 38.6 g, Cholesterol 152.2 mg, Fat 39 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 9.1 g, SaturatedFat 23.5 g, Sodium 342.3 mg, Sugar 29.3 g
CLASSIC CREAMY CHEESECAKE RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: nonstick cooking spray, graham cracker, sugar, unsalted butter, cream cheese, heavy cream, sour cream, all-purpose flour, kosher salt, vanilla bean, large eggs, boiling water, mixed berry
Provided by Kiano Moju
Categories Bakery Goods
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350˚F (180˚C). Grease a 10-inch (25 cm) springform pan with nonstick spray. Line the inside edges of the pan with parchment paper.
- In the bowl of a food processor, combine the graham crackers, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and the melted butter. Pulse to combine until the texture is similar to wet sand.
- Press the graham cracker crumbs into the prepared pan, using a measuring cup to compact in even layer.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, until golden brown. Transfer to a wire rack and let cool to room temperature.
- Once cool, line the sides of the springform pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, remaining 2 cups (400 G) of sugar, and the salt. Using an electric hand mixer, blend until well-combined and fluffy.
- Add the heavy cream and beat to incorporate.
- Add the sour cream, flour, salt, and vanilla bean seeds, and beat to combine.
- Add the eggs, 1 at a time, and mix until fully combined, making sure not to over-beat. The mixture should be smooth and creamy.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture into the cooled crust.
- Wrap the outside of the springform pan tightly with foil and place the pan in a large baking dish. Fill the dish with 1 inch (2 cm) of boiling water.
- Gently transfer the baking dish to the oven and bake for 1 hour.
- Without opening the oven door, turn off the heat and let the cheesecake rest for 1 hour.
- Remove the springform pan from the baking dish and unwrap the foil. Run a paring knife gently around the outside of the cheesecake to loosen it from the sides of the pan.
- Cover the pan with plastic wrap and transfer to the refrigerator overnight.
- Remove the cheesecake from the refrigerator and release the springform pan. Remove the parchment paper lining.
- Top with fresh berries, if desired.
- Dip a knife into hot water for clean slices, then slice and serve.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 910 calories, Carbohydrate 67 grams, Fat 66 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 14 grams, Sugar 48 grams
GRANDMA'S TAKE ON CLASSIC CHEESECAKE
My grandma used to make this, and then my mom. Just keeping the tradition alive with a delicious and slightly different take on the classic cheesecake.
Provided by Lane Baysden
Categories Desserts Cakes Cheesecake Recipes
Time 6h
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter for crust in a bowl until well mixed. Press into the bottom and halfway up the sides of a 9-inch round pan.
- Combine cream cheese, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract for filling in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy, 2 to 3 minutes. Pour into crust.
- Bake in the preheated oven until nearly set and only slightly jiggly in the center, about 18 minutes. Raise the oven temperature to 475 degrees F (245 degrees C) and keep cheesecake in for 2 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool on a wire rack for 15 minutes. Leave the oven on.
- Combine sour cream, sugar, and vanilla extract in a bowl and mix with a spoon. Pour carefully over the cooled filling.
- Bake in the oven until topping is set, about 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let stand at room temperature for 5 to 6 hours. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 460.3 calories, Carbohydrate 36.4 g, Cholesterol 137.5 mg, Fat 32.4 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 19.4 g, Sodium 242.2 mg, Sugar 28.6 g
CLASSIC CHEESECAKE
If there's one dessert that would least benefit from innovation, it would have to be New York-style cheesecake. No tricks, no twists; Just a crumbly graham cracker crust and lots of lightly sweetened cream cheese. Baking a cheesecake without a water bath might seem like you're tempting fate, but if you do so at a low enough temperature, it will cook the filling gently and evenly without the risk of curdling or scorching. While cracks on the cheesecake's surface won't affect the taste, they can be unsightly and are most likely to occur when there's a sudden temperature change (say, from the oven to the fridge). To reduce the chances of cracking, let the cheesecake rest in the oven a few minutes before transferring to the counter to cool completely.
Provided by Alison Roman
Categories cakes, custards and puddings, dessert
Time 2h
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oven to 325 degrees.
- In the bowl of a food processor, combine graham crackers, brown sugar, salt and cinnamon (if using) and process until you've got fine crumbs. Transfer the crumbs to a medium bowl and add melted butter. Using your hands, mix well until no dry spots remain (crumb mixture should not be sandy or dry, but hold small clumps when pressed together).
- Press crust evenly into the bottom and at least 1 1/2-inches up the sides of a 9-inch springform pan. Use the bottom of a measuring cup to make sure the bottom is as even as possible. Bake on the middle rack until crust is set and just starting to brown around the edges, 20 to 25 minutes.
- Remove pan from the oven and set aside while you prepare the filling. Reduce heat to 300 degrees.
- Prepare the filling: Combine cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, vanilla and salt in the bowl of a stand mixer. Using a paddle attachment, beat on high until mixture is completely smooth, scraping down the sides and bottom of the bowl as necessary, about 4 minutes.
- Reduce speed to medium and 1 at a time, add eggs and yolk, scraping down the sides and bottom of the bowl after each egg is added. With the mixer on low, add flour and beat just to blend, until no lumps remain.
- Pour filling into prepared crust (if filling goes above the crust, that is O.K.). Bake until the edges of the cheesecake are completely set and the 2-inch inner circle of the cheesecake wobbles just slightly, 60 to 70 minutes.
- Turn heat off and let cheesecake remain in the oven for another 10 minutes. Remove cheesecake from oven and let sit on a wire rack to cool completely at room temperature. When cool, transfer to refrigerator until totally set, at least 6 hours, preferably overnight.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 721, UnsaturatedFat 18 grams, Carbohydrate 54 grams, Fat 52 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 11 grams, SaturatedFat 29 grams, Sodium 499 milligrams, Sugar 36 grams, TransFat 1 gram
CLASSIC CHEESECAKE
A crumbly graham cracker crust and silky cream cheese filling make this New York-style cheesecake a winner.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cake Recipes
Time 2h
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Make crust: Butter a 9-by-3-inch springform pan. In a food processor, pulse graham crackers until fine crumbs form; add melted butter, sugar, and salt, and pulse to combine. Press crumb mixture into bottom and about 1 inch up side of pan. Bake until set, 12 to 15 minutes; let cool on a wire rack. Reduce oven to 325 degrees.
- Set a kettle of water to boil. Make filling: Using an electric mixer, beat cream cheese on medium until fluffy, scraping down side of bowl. Gradually add sugar, beating until fluffy. Beat in lemon zest and juice, and salt. Beat in eggs, one at a time, scraping down side of bowl after each addition. Beat in sour cream.
- Wrap bottom half of pan in foil. Pour in filling; place in a roasting pan. Pour in boiling water to come halfway up side of springform. Bake until just set in center, about 1 3/4 hours. Remove pan from water; let cool 20 minutes. Run a paring knife around edge; let cool completely. Cover; chill overnight before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 542 g, Fat 38 g, Protein 10 g
CREAM CHEESE SHEET CAKE
This tender, buttery cream cheese cake with a thin layer of fudge frosting is perfect for a crowd. It's always popular at potlucks and parties. It's not uncommon to see folks going back for second and even third pieces. -Gaye Mann, Rocky Mount, North Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 50m
Yield 30 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream the butter, cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy. Add 1 egg at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Add flour until well blended. , Pour into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 325° until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 30-35 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack. , For frosting, in a small saucepan, combine sugar and milk; bring to a boil over medium heat. Cover and cook for 3 minutes (do not stir). Stir in butter and chocolate chips until melted. Cool slightly. Stir frosting; spread over top of cake. If desired, top with sprinkles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 125mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.
CLASSIC CHEESECAKE WITH CREAM CHEESE SPREAD
Delight in this decadent Classic Cheesecake with Cream Cheese Spread. Dress it up with some strawberries or chocolate sauce for a can't-miss dessert. Our Classic Cheesecake with Cream Cheese Spread is both time-tested and well-loved.
Provided by Kraft Heinz
Yield 16 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine graham crumbs, 3 Tbsp. sugar and butter; press onto bottom of 9-inch springform pan.
- Beat cream cheese spread, vanilla and remaining sugar in large bowl with mixer until blended. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing on low after each just until blended.
- Pour over crust.
- Bake 55 min. or until center is almost set. Run knife around rim of pan to loosen cake; cool before removing rim.
- Refrigerate 4 hrs.
Tips:
- Use high-quality cream cheese: Look for cream cheese that is smooth and spreadable, without any lumps or grains. Full-fat cream cheese will give you the richest flavor and texture.
- Bring your cream cheese to room temperature: This will help it blend smoothly with the other ingredients and prevent lumps.
- Use a springform pan: This type of pan makes it easy to remove the cheesecake from the pan without breaking it.
- Line the bottom of the springform pan with parchment paper: This will help prevent the cheesecake from sticking to the pan.
- Bake the cheesecake in a water bath: This will help to create a smooth and even bake.
- Do not overbake the cheesecake: The cheesecake is done when the center is just set and still slightly wobbly. If you overbake it, the cheesecake will be dry and crumbly.
- Chill the cheesecake before serving: This will help the cheesecake to set and firm up.
Conclusion:
Classic cheesecake is a delicious and versatile dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its creamy texture, rich flavor, and endless topping possibilities, it's no wonder that this dessert remains a favorite. Whether you're looking for a simple dessert to make for a weeknight dinner or a showstopping centerpiece for a special occasion, classic cheesecake is sure to please. So next time you're in the mood for something sweet, give this classic recipe a try.
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