Best 11 Creamy Cherry Cheesecake Recipes

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Indulge in the culinary delight of a classic dessert - the creamy cherry cheesecake. This magical confection strikes a delicate balance between rich and creamy cheesecake filling, topped with a vibrant cherry sauce, creating a taste symphony that will leave you craving for more. With its smooth texture, delectable flavors, and stunning presentation, the creamy cherry cheesecake makes for a perfect ending to any special occasion or a delightful treat to enjoy on a cozy evening. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this comprehensive guide will lead you through the steps of creating this timeless classic with ease. So, grab your apron and prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will turn you into a cheesecake virtuoso.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

THE BEST CHERRY CHEESECAKE



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This is a silky smooth cheesecake topped sky-high with gorgeous plump red cherries.

Provided by Lily Ernst

Categories     dessert

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1&1/4 cup (145g) honey graham cracker crumbs
3 tbsp (45g) melted butter
2-250g pkg cream cheese, room temperature
3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
3 large eggs
3 cups (750ml) sour cream (full-fat or light, not fat-free)
2 tsp (10ml) vanilla extract
5 cups (1&1/2 lbs) frozen pitted cherries
1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
1/4 (60ml) cup water
1 tbsp (15ml) cornstarch
1 tsp (5mL) almond extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325F and grease the sides of a 9″ springform pan.
  • Mix the cracker crumbs and melted butter together in a small bowl. Press into the bottom of the springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes and set aside to cool.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar together until combined.
  • Add in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well in between on low speed.
  • Blend in the sour cream and vanilla until smooth. Gently pour the batter over the crust.
  • Bake for 60-75 minutes or until the edges are set and 2-3″ of the center is still wobbly.
  • Turn off oven and run a thin knife along the edge to loosen the cake from the sides. Let cool in the oven for an hour with the door ajar. Then cool to room temperature before refrigerating for a minimum of 4 hours or preferably overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353 calories, Sugar 32 g, Sodium 427.9 mg, Fat 13.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 45.4 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 13.4 g, Cholesterol 79.3 mg

THE BEST UNBAKED CHERRY CHEESECAKE EVER



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Light and fluffy unbaked cheesecake. Very fast and easy to make. Husband refuses to eat baked cheesecake after eating this!

Provided by LuCynda

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cheesecake Recipes     No-Bake Cheesecake Recipes

Time 2h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 ¼ cups graham cracker crumbs
¼ cup margarine, softened
¼ cup sugar
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup heavy cream, whipped
1 (12.5 ounce) can cherry pie filling (or other filling of your choice)

Steps:

  • Mix together graham cracker crumbs, margarine, and sugar in a bowl until well incorporated and crumbly. Press into a pie plate, going up the sides as much as possible.
  • Beat together the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla in a bowl until smooth and spreadable. Whisk whipped cream into cream cheese mixture until smooth. Pour cream cheese into prepared crust. Smooth the top with a spatula, and refrigerate until firm, about 2 to 3 hours. Spread the cherry pie filling over the top, and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.8 calories, Carbohydrate 30.7 g, Cholesterol 47.7 mg, Fat 18.5 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 165 mg, Sugar 17.3 g

CREAMY CHERRY CHEESECAKE



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The inspiration for me to find this recipe was my husband. He loves cheesecake but was tired of the dry types. Up here, all the wilderness we could ask for is right outside our back door-everything from wolves to caribou!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

CRUST:
1-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup sugar
6 tablespoons butter, melted
FILLING:
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
SOUR CREAM TOPPING:
1 cup sour cream
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
CHERRY TOPPING:
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) pitted tart cherries
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Few drops red food coloring

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine crust ingredients. Press onto the bottom and a third of the way up the sides of a 9-in. springform pan; set aside. , For filling, in a small bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add the eggs, sugar and vanilla; beat just until smooth. Pour into prepared crust. Bake at 375° for 20 minutes. Remove from oven; cool 15 minutes. Increase temperature to 450°., Meanwhile, combine sour cream topping ingredients. Spread over filling. Bake for 10 minutes. Cool at room temperature; cover and chill 12 hours. , For cherry topping, drain cherries, reserving juice. Set cherries aside. In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and cherry juice until smooth. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in lemon juice, food coloring and reserved cherries. Cool for 5 minutes. Spread over cheesecake; chill several hours. Just before serving, remove sides of pan.

Nutrition Facts :

CHERRY CHEESECAKE



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This recipe has overturned a lifetime's prejudice - which is good, but unsettling. I had always been a committed believer that the only true cheesecake was the proper, baked cheesecake, but now I'm not so sure. This improper, unbaked cheesecake, feature of many a 1970s dessert trolley, has entirely won me over. It's light, it has tang, it is rapturously good. The fact that it is speedily easy to make is more reason for general hilarity and joy. Even in the spirit of retro-accuracy, please do not be tempted to open a jar of cherry pie filling over the cake. I use some French cherry concoction that seems to be pretty universally available and has no added sugar, but anything labelled 'conserve' as opposed to 'jam' should be safe. And, if you feel like it, when cherries are in season, rather strew the top with a couple of handfuls of beautiful fruit.

Provided by Nigella Lawson : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 3h20m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
2 tablespoons sugar
3/4 stick soft unsalted butter
10 ounces cream cheese
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1 cup heavy cream
1 (10-ounce) jar black cherry spread (recommended: St Dalfour Rhapsodie de Fruit)

Steps:

  • Blitz the biscuits in a food processor until beginning to turn to crumbs, then add the sugar and butter and whiz again to make the mixture clump. If using graham cracker crumbs, you can use a bowl and wooden spoon to mix the butter in, with the sugar added.
  • Press this mixture into a 8-inch springform tin; press a little up the sides to form a slight ridge.
  • Beat together the cream cheese, sugar, vanilla and lemon juice in a bowl until smooth.
  • Lightly whip the cream, and then fold it into the cream cheese mixture.
  • Spoon the cheesecake filling on top of the biscuit base and smooth with a spatula, put it in the refrigerator for 3 hours or overnight.
  • When you are ready to serve the cheesecake, un-mold and spread the black cherry spread over the top.

NO-BAKE CHERRY CHEESECAKE



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The combination of sour cream, mascarpone, cream cheese, and goat cheese makes the filling of this cake ultra rich.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Time 3h10m

Yield Makes one 9-inch cake

Number Of Ingredients 20

Vegetable oil cooking spray, for pan
1 1/3 cups vanilla wafer or shortbread cookies, finely ground (6 ounces)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons sugar
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Salt
1 cup sour cream, room temperature
2/3 cup sugar
4 ounces mascarpone cheese (1/2 cup), room temperature
4 ounces cream cheese (1/2 cup), room temperature
2 ounces soft fresh goat cheese (1/4 cup), room temperature
1 vanilla bean, split and scraped, pod reserved for another use (or 3/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract)
1/4 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
1 cup heavy cream
1 pound sweet cherries, halved and pitted (3 cups)
1/3 cup sugar
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 cinnamon stick
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon water

Steps:

  • Make the crust: Coat a 9-inch springform pan with cooking spray; line bottom with a round of parchment. Stir together cookies, butter, sugar, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt; press evenly into bottom of pan. Refrigerate while making filling.
  • Make the filling: Beat sour cream, 1/3 cup sugar, the cheeses, vanilla seeds or extract, and lemon zest with a mixer on medium speed until very smooth, about 4 minutes. Pass mixture through a fine sieve into a large bowl. Whisk heavy cream and remaining 1/3 cup sugar until medium peaks form; fold into filling mixture, and spread evenly onto crust. Smooth top, and freeze until firm, at least 2 hours. Refrigerate for 45 minutes before serving.
  • Make the topping: Bring half the cherries, and the sugar, vinegar, and cinnamon stick to a simmer in a small saucepan. Cook, covered, for 5 minutes. Uncover, and simmer until cherries are soft, about 3 minutes. Whisk together cornstarch and water; add to cherry mixture. Simmer for 1 minute. Remove from heat, and stir in remaining cherries. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Run a knife around edge of cake; release sides to remove from pan, and transfer cake to a serving platter. Remove cinnamon stick from topping; spoon over cake. Cheesecake can be frozen or refrigerated for up to 2 days. Cherry topping can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.

EASY CHERRY CHEESECAKE



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This is a simple cheesecake recipe that I sometimes bring to family occasions. I am posting this recipe for my cousin Amy since she requested the recipe.

Provided by beckas

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 prepared graham cracker crust (I use Keebler)
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese
1/2 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 can cherry pie filling (I use Comstock)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Place the cream cheese in a bowl in the microwave.
  • Microwave it on the defrost setting for a couple of minutes to slightly soften the cream cheese (This is so that you don't kill your mixer when beating the cream cheese).
  • Add sugar to cream cheese and beat it with an electric mixer until smooth.
  • Add eggs and vanilla and blend until smooth.
  • Pour into ready made crust.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Note: The cheesecake is done when the sides are puffed- The center will not be as puffed- It will be possible to jiggle the center slightly but it will not be runny.
  • Let cool.
  • Top with cherry pie filling and chill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 495.1, Fat 28.1, SaturatedFat 12.9, Cholesterol 109, Sodium 384.2, Carbohydrate 55.3, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 25.9, Protein 6.5

LIGHT CHERRY CHEESECAKE



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This cheesecake boasts a velvety texture with less fat than the original, thanks to lighter versions of cream cheese and sour cream, plus plenty of cottage cheese.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Time 1h45m

Number Of Ingredients 12

Nonstick cooking spray
8 graham crackers (3-by-5 inch)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil, such as safflower
3 cups low-fat (1%) cottage cheese
8 ounces reduced-fat bar cream cheese, room temperature
3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
4 large eggs
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 bags (12 ounces each) frozen cherries

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees, with rack set in lower third. Assemble a 9-inch springform pan with the rimmed side of the pan facing down. Coat pan with cooking spray; line side with a long strip of waxed or parchment paper.
  • In a food processor, grind graham crackers until fine crumbs form. Add oil, and pulse to moisten. Transfer crumbs to prepared pan, and press firmly into the bottom. Place pan on a rimmed baking sheet; bake until crust is lightly browned, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, wipe bowl and blade of food processor. Blend cottage cheese and cream cheese until very smooth and glossy, scraping down bowl as necessary, 4 to 5 minutes. Add 3/4 cup sugar, sour cream, eggs, flour, vanilla, and salt; blend just until filling is smooth.
  • Pour filling onto crust (crust can be hot or warm). Bake until barely set in center, about 1 hour. Turn oven off; let cake cool in oven 1 hour. Transfer to a wire rack, and let cool to room temperature, about 2 hours. Refrigerate until firm, at least 3 hours and up to 2 days.
  • Make topping: In a large skillet, combine cherries and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar. Boil over high heat until liquid is thick and syrupy, 10 to 15 minutes. Cool, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours and up to 2 days.
  • To serve, unmold cheesecake (peel off and discard paper). Transfer to a serving platter; top with cherry topping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 333 g, Fat 12 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 16 g

CHERRY CHEESECAKE



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When I worked full-time and needed a quick dessert to take to a potluck or a friend's home, this pie was always the answer. You can substitute a graham cracker crust or use another type of fruit pie filling for a change of pace. Even the chilling time is flexible if you're in a big hurry. -Mary Smith Bradenton, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

11 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 shortbread crust (9 inches) or graham cracker crust (9 inches)
1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling

Steps:

  • In a bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Fold in whipped topping; spoon into crust. Top with pie filling. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 464 calories, Fat 24g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 250mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate (46g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CHERRY CHEESECAKE



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This recipe has two names; Cherry Cheese Cake and/or Cherry Cream Cheese Pie. It is delicious!

Provided by L. J. Bryan

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Holiday Cake Recipes

Time 5h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (9 inch) prepared graham cracker crust
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
⅓ cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling

Steps:

  • Place softened cream cheese in a mixing bowl; add condensed milk, lemon juice, and vanilla. Beat until well blended. Pour mixture into the pie crust. Chill for 5 hours. DO NOT FREEZE!!!
  • Pour cherry pie filling on top of pie. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316.2 calories, Carbohydrate 44.2 g, Cholesterol 31.6 mg, Fat 13.7 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.8 g, Sodium 205.7 mg, Sugar 24.7 g

THE BEST CHERRY CHEESECAKE



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This is the best cherry cheese cake I've ever tasted! It's light, creamy and delicious. The recipe was given to me years ago and it's a staple dessert at our house. The recipe serves four but I double it and use a 9"x13" dish which serves 8-10.This is the first dessert to go at potlucks and I am repeatedly asked for the recipe.

Provided by Carrie Ann

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup melted butter (I use a little bit more)
1/4 cup white sugar
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 envelope Dream Whip, whipped
2 tablespoons milk
1 can cherry pie filling

Steps:

  • CRUST: Mix together graham cracker crumbs, sugar and melted butter.
  • Press into bottom of 8"x8" pan.
  • Bake at 375 degrees for 10 minutes; then cool.
  • FILLING: Cream cheese and vanilla together until light.
  • Add whipped topping and milk and beat until well mixed.
  • Pour into pan and chill.
  • Spread cherry pie filling over cheese layer and chill well.

SIMPLE CHERRY CHEESECAKE RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: graham crackers, sugar, salt, melted butter, cream cheese, powdered sugar, cool whip, vanilla, lemon juice, cherry pie filling

Provided by Alli Fullmer

Categories     Desserts

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

9 graham crackers
2 tablespoons sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
8 tablespoons melted butter
16 oz cream cheese
1 cup powdered sugar
8 oz cool whip
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 can cherry pie filling

Steps:

  • Crush graham crackers in a food processor and add sugar, salt and melted butter.
  • Spray a springform pan and press crust in, patting down until flat. Freeze until cool.
  • Cream together cream cheese, powdered sugar and lemon juice. Fold in cool whip.
  • Remove crust from freezer and fill with cream cheese mixture. Top with cherry filling, spread out.
  • Freeze overnight, then serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 563 calories, Carbohydrate 52 grams, Fat 38 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 44 grams

Tips:

  • Use fresh cherries for the best flavor. If using frozen cherries, thaw and drain them before using.
  • To make a graham cracker crust, combine 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and 1/4 cup melted butter. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  • For a cream cheese filling, combine 8 ounces softened cream cheese, 1 cup sugar, 1/2 cup sour cream, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Beat until smooth.
  • To make a cherry topping, combine 2 cups fresh or frozen cherries, 1/2 cup sugar, and 1/4 cup cornstarch. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, or until thickened.
  • Pour the cherry topping over the cream cheese filling. Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 45-50 minutes, or until the center is set.
  • Let the cheesecake cool completely before refrigerating. This will help prevent the cheesecake from cracking.

Conclusion:

This creamy cherry cheesecake is the perfect dessert for any occasion. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its creamy texture, sweet cherry topping, and graham cracker crust, this cheesecake is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy dessert, give this creamy cherry cheesecake a try.

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