Description
This classic Philadelphia Cheesecake Recipe is smooth, creamy, and made with rich Philadelphia cream cheese. With a crisp graham cracker crust and easy steps, it’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 packages (8 oz each) Philadelphia Cream Cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1 pre-made graham cracker crust (or homemade if you prefer)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened Philadelphia cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Make sure there are no lumps. Add eggs, one at a time, blending on low speed just until mixed. Be careful not to over-beat the mixture, as this can introduce air bubbles, which can cause the cheesecake to crack during baking.
- Pour into crust: Pour the mixture into the graham cracker crust, spreading evenly with a spatula.
- Bake: Bake the cheesecake for 40 minutes, or until the center is almost set. The center should jiggle slightly when gently shaken.
- Cool and chill: Allow the cheesecake to cool at room temperature for about an hour. Then, refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight is even better) before serving.
Notes
Nutritional information can vary based on exact ingredients and portion sizes. This is an estimate based on a classic Philadelphia cheesecake recipe with a graham cracker crust.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 325 kcal
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 110mg