LUSCIOUS ALMOND CHEESECAKE

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I received this recipe along with a set of springform pans from a cousin at my wedding shower 11 years ago. It makes a heavenly cheesecake. My son Tommy has already told me he wants it again for his birthday cake this year. -Brenda Clifford, Overland Park, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1-1/4 cups crushed vanilla wafers (about 40 wafers)
3/4 cup finely chopped almonds
1/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup butter, melted
FILLING:
4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1-1/4 cups sugar
4 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
1-1/2 teaspoons almond extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
TOPPING:
2 cups sour cream
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 cup toasted sliced almonds

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the wafer crumbs, almonds and sugar; stir in the butter and mix well. Press into the bottom of a greased 10-in. springform pan; set aside. , In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Stir in extracts. Pour into crust. Place on a baking sheet., Bake at 350° for 50-55 minutes or until center is almost set. Remove from the oven; let stand for 5 minutes (leave oven on). Combine the sour cream, sugar and vanilla. Spoon around edge of cheesecake; 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., Just before serving, sprinkle with almonds and remove sides of pan. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329 calories, Fat 20g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 100mg cholesterol, Sodium 140mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Editzuu
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This cheesecake is heaven on a plate.


Abraham Chinonso
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This cheesecake is a work of art.


Hamziii Awan009
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This cheesecake is truly a masterpiece.


Ali Shafaat
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I will definitely be making this cheesecake again and again.


Nah ASMR
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This cheesecake is a must-try for any cheesecake lover.


Troy Bergsen
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This is the best almond cheesecake I've ever had.


Marju Aktr
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I can't wait to make this cheesecake again!


Javed talpur
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This cheesecake is perfect for any occasion.


Muhammad Fazal
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves almond cheesecake.


Louise Brits
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Overall, this is a great recipe for almond cheesecake. It's easy to make and it's always a hit.


Michelle Natasha Griffith-Osborne
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The crust was a bit too crumbly for my liking, but the filling was delicious.


rajesh tony
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This cheesecake is a bit too rich for my taste, but it's still very good.


Eliza Shanko
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I've never been a fan of cheesecake, but this recipe changed my mind. The almond flavor is amazing and the crust is to die for.


Bodi Fuell
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This was my first time making cheesecake and it turned out perfectly! The instructions were easy to follow and the cheesecake was delicious.


Juli Jones
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This cheesecake is so easy to make and it's always a hit. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it's still just as good the next day.


Christalyn Star
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I've made this cheesecake several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The almond flavor is subtle but it really adds something special.


Via Vaiboss
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This almond cheesecake was a hit at my dinner party! The crust was perfectly crumbly and the filling was rich and creamy. I loved the hint of almond flavor.


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