Welcome to the delightful world of cheesecake! In this guide, we'll embark on a journey to discover the secrets behind crafting the perfect cheesecake, just like your mom used to make. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, this exploration will provide you with invaluable tips and techniques to create a cheesecake that will tantalize your taste buds and evoke memories of home. From selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the art of baking, we'll guide you through each step to ensure your cheesecake turns out creamy, velvety, and absolutely irresistible. So, grab your apron and let's embark on this culinary adventure together, as we uncover the magic behind your mom's legendary cheesecake!
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
MOM'S CHEESECAKE
My mom is a terrific cook. I always looked forward to big family dinners, not just for seeing relatives but because I knew she would be making the best cheesecake ever. Her "trick" was using whipped cream cheese instead of regular, in defiance of the package instructions-which expressly say not to use whipped for cheesecake. She thought it would make a light, creamy cheesecake, and she was right. Somehow I was even allowed to eat leftover cheesecake for breakfast! -Robert Bleifer, Executive Chef
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories dessert
Time 11h15m
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
- For the crust: Melt the butter in a covered microwave-safe medium bowl in the microwave. Brush a 10-inch springform pan with some of the butter. Stir together the remaining butter with the graham cracker crumbs, sugar and salt in a medium bowl. Press the crumb mixture into the bottom and 1 inch up the side of the pan, taking care to get the crust evenly into the edge. Bake until browned, 15 to 18 minutes. Let cool. Wrap the bottom of the pan and up the side with foil, and put the pan on a baking sheet.
- For the filling: Beat the cream cheese and sugar in a large bowl with an electric mixer on medium speed for 1 minute. Add the sour cream, and mix until just combined. Add the heavy cream, and mix until just combined. Beat in the eggs one at time. Beat in the vanilla, lemon juice and lemon zest if using until just combined. (Do not overmix, or the cake will turn into a souffle!)
- Pour the filling into the crust. Bake until the cake is slightly golden and barely set in the middle, about 1 hour 20 minutes. Turn off the oven, and leave the cake inside with the door shut for 1 hour. It will continue to set and color slightly in the oven.
- Run a thin knife or spatula between the cake and the pan to prevent the cake from cracking as it chills. (Mom's cheesecake usually cracked, since she didn't do this.) Refrigerate overnight before serving.
MOM'S CHEESECAKE
This creamy cheesecake is great with a variety of toppings - or even by itself!
Provided by Mary
Categories Desserts Cakes Cheesecake Recipes
Time 1h30m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, 3 tablespoons sugar, cinnamon and melted margarine. Mix all ingredients well and press into bottom and sides of a 9 inch springform pan.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Blend in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla and salt. Fold in the sour cream.
- Pour batter into springform pan. Bake in preheated oven for 1 hour. Turn off oven and leave cake in for at least 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 491 calories, Carbohydrate 39.6 g, Cholesterol 140.5 mg, Fat 34.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 18.6 g, Sodium 358.4 mg, Sugar 31.8 g
MOMMA'S CHEESECAKE
Cheesecake frosted and topped with flaky coconut and crunchy pecans? This rich southern cheesecake is one to remember!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 7h30m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375°F. Grease springform pan, 9x3 inches. Coat bottom and side of pan with graham cracker crumbs.
- Beat cream cheese, 1 cup of the sugar, the flour and cream of tartar in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed, scraping bowl occasionally, until smooth. Beat in egg yolks one at a time, scraping bowl occasionally. Beat in sour cream, whipping cream and lemon peel on low speed. Stir in lemon juice.
- Beat egg whites in medium bowl on high speed until stiff; gradually beat in remaining 1/2 cup sugar. Fold egg whites into cream cheese mixture. Beat 1 minute, scraping bowl occasionally. Pour into pan.
- Bake 15 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 300°F. Bake 60 to 75 minutes longer or until set. Turn off oven; leave cheesecake in oven 15 minutes. Remove from oven; cool 1 hour. Refrigerate uncovered about 4 hours or until chilled.
- Place frosting in small microwavable bowl. Microwave uncovered on Medium (50%) 15 to 30 seconds or until thin enough to drizzle. Drizzle frosting over cheesecake; top with pecans and coconut. Store covered in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 170 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 240 mg
MY MOM'S CHEESECAKE
This is the best cheesecake I've ever had. I know everybody says that about their mom's baking, but this time its absolutely true! :)
Provided by Mizzy
Categories Cheesecake
Time 1h20m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven 325 degrees, butter a 9inch springform pan.
- whip egg whites with 3/4 cup sugar ntil very stiff.
- Put aside combine yolks, remaining sugar (1/2 cup), flour, vanilla, sour cream, cream cheese, and 1/2 of the instant pudding powder, and mix until smooth.
- I use the mixer for this.
- gently fold whipped whites into cheese mixture and add the orange peel.
- pour into prepared pan, and bake until top is almost golden but not quite, and the cake is quite firm.
- In my oven it takes about 40-50min.
- Remove from oven and let rest.
- Cool completely.
- I normally cool overnight before topping, best to keep in the fridge.
- to prepare topping-- whip milk+cream+remaining pudding powder until stiff.
- Pour over the cake and keep in the fridge.
- Before serving you could top with berries or other fruits sprinkled with powder sugar.
- It is best to serve this cake at room temperature and I normally take it out of the fridge at least an hour before serving.
MOM'S CHEESECAKE
Steps:
- Mix the butter, sugar, flour, and egg together for the crust. Spread in a springform pan. If necessary use your fingers to form the crust. Bake at 450°F for 4-5 minutes. Let cool.
- Mix all ingredients for filling. Pour into crust and bake 10 minutes at 450°F.
- Then turn down to 250°F about 30 minutes more. Take out of oven, and let cool. If the cheesecake is jiggly, let it bake some more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g
MOM'S CHEESECAKE COOKIE BARS
Found this cheesecake cookie bars recipe going through my mom's recipe box. Good memories...
Provided by DevDrew
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Lemon Dessert Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Mix flour, walnuts, butter, and brown sugar together in a bowl. Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with half the crust mixture.
- Bake in the preheated oven until browned, about 15 minutes. Remove crust and leave oven on.
- Mix cream cheese and white sugar together in another bowl using an electric mixer until blended. Add eggs, milk, and vanilla extract; mix until blended. Pour on top of the baked crust. Sprinkle with remaining crust mixture.
- Bake in the hot oven until set, about 25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 330.7 calories, Carbohydrate 26.3 g, Cholesterol 74.7 mg, Fat 23.2 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 11.7 g, Sodium 149.9 mg, Sugar 12.7 g
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly impact the final product. Use real butter, cream cheese, and eggs, and avoid using pre-made or processed ingredients.
- Chill your cheesecake before baking: This will help prevent the cheesecake from cracking. Chill the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or overnight, before baking.
- Bake the cheesecake in a water bath: This will help create a smooth and creamy cheesecake. Place the cheesecake pan inside a larger pan filled with hot water, and bake the cheesecake in the water bath.
- Don't overbake the cheesecake: Overbaking will make the cheesecake dry and crumbly. Bake the cheesecake until the center is just set, about 50-60 minutes.
- Let the cheesecake cool completely before serving: This will allow the cheesecake to firm up and set properly. Let the cheesecake cool at room temperature for about an hour, then chill it in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or overnight, before serving.
Conclusion:
Cheesecake is a delicious and versatile dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a few simple tips, you can make a cheesecake that is smooth, creamy, and delicious. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced baker, I encourage you to try one of the recipes in this article. You won't be disappointed!
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