Best 3 Easy Cranberry Cheesecake Recipes

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Cranberry cheesecake is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is a creamy, flavorful cheesecake with a sweet and tart cranberry topping. This easy recipe will show you how to make a delicious cranberry cheesecake that is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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EASY CRANBERRY CHEESECAKE BARS



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I've been making these bars since I was a kid. I used to bake and sell cookies and cakes for Thanksgiving and Christmas every year from about 9 years old until I was well into my teens. Everyone loved these.

Provided by graniteangel

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 1h10m

Yield 36 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (18 1/4 ounce) box yellow cake mix
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 egg
1/2 cup pecans, chopped
8 ounces cream cheese
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 egg
1 (10 ounce) can whole berry cranberry sauce
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Combine cake mix, butter, 1 egg and pecans. Mix until smooth. It will look like cookie dough.
  • Line a 12x8 glass dish with dough.
  • Bake for 7 minutes or until crust is set, but not browned.
  • Cream the cream cheese with the powdered sugar, vanilla and 1 egg.
  • In separate mixing bowl combine cranberry sauce with nutmeg.
  • Pour cream cheese mixture over top of crust, making sure to spread evenly.
  • Spoon cranberry sauce into three horizontal lines. Run a butter knife through cranberry sauce into cream cheese mixture to create swirls.
  • Bake for 35 minutes or until cream cheese mixture is set.
  • Cool completely and cut into bars.

EASY CRANBERRY CHEESECAKE



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This is a family favorite that we have every year for Christmas. Kids and adults love it!

Provided by chrissi0605

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Cranberry Dessert Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

¾ cup graham cracker crumbs
½ cup chopped macadamia nuts
¼ cup melted margarine
2 tablespoons white sugar
¼ cup cold water
1 (.25 ounce) envelope unflavored gelatin
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 (7 ounce) jar marshmallow creme
1 (16 ounce) can whole berry cranberry sauce
1 cup frozen whipped topping (such as Cool Whip®), thawed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix graham cracker crumbs, macadamia nuts, margarine, and sugar together in a bowl; press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until crust is lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Cool crust.
  • Mix water and gelatin together in a saucepan over low heat until dissolved, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Beat cream cheese and marshmallow cream together in a bowl using an electric mixer on medium speed until well mixed. Gradually stir gelatin mixture and cranberry sauce into cream cheese mixture; fold in whipped topping. Spoon mixture over crust. Chill cheesecake in the refrigerator until firm, at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 542.7 calories, Carbohydrate 54.2 g, Cholesterol 61.6 mg, Fat 34.7 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 16.5 g, Sodium 315.4 mg, Sugar 33.4 g

EASY CRANBERRY CHEESECAKE BARS



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I found this recipe about 25 yrars ago in one of those holiday cookbooks at the checkout counter. I'm not sure which one because I have misplaced it. The orange zest is my own addition. I hope you enjoy these as much as we do. They are quick, easy, delicious and impressive enough for company. The cranberry swirled with the white...

Provided by Dee Stillwell

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 box white cake mix
1/2 c butter, softened
1 large egg
1/2 c finely chopped pecans
1 - 8 oz pkg creamed cheese, softened
1/4 c powdered sugar
1 large egg
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
2 tsp orange zest
1 can(s) whole berry cranberry sauce

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9"x13" pan with cooking spray. Set aside.
  • 2. In mixer bowl blend together first four ingredients and mix until crumbly. Pat mixture into bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 6-8 minutes until crust is set but not browned.
  • 3. In bowl mix together creamed cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, egg and 1 teaspoon of the orange zest. Pour carefully over crust. Smooth evenly.
  • 4. In small bowl mix together cranberry sauce, nutmeg, and remaining orange zest. Spoon over creamed cheese layer in 3 rows. Draw knife thru back and forth to swirl cranberry into cheese cake layer.
  • 5. Bake for 30-40 minutes until creamed cheese mixture is set. Cool in pan and cut into 36 bars. Enjoy!

Tips:

  • Use fresh or frozen cranberries: Fresh cranberries are best, but frozen cranberries can also be used. If using frozen cranberries, thaw them before using.
  • Make sure the cream cheese is softened: This will help it mix smoothly with the other ingredients.
  • Don't overbeat the cheesecake batter: Overbeating can make the cheesecake tough.
  • Bake the cheesecake in a water bath: This will help prevent the cheesecake from cracking.
  • Chill the cheesecake for at least 4 hours before serving: This will help it set properly.

Conclusion:

This easy cranberry cheesecake is a delicious and festive dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy cheesecake filling, tart cranberry topping, and graham cracker crust, this cheesecake is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give this easy cranberry cheesecake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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