Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs 🍞
1/4 cup granulated sugar 🍮
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted 🥖
2 pounds cream cheese, softened 🧀
3 large eggs 🥚
1/2 cup granulated sugar 🍮
1 cup sour cream 🥛
1 teaspoon vanilla extract 💧
1 cup cherry pie filling 🍒
1 cup whipped cream ❄️
Preparation Steps:
1️⃣ Prepare the crust: Mix crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into a 9x13-inch dish. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. 📦
2️⃣ Prepare the cheesecake: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then sugar, sour cream, and vanilla extract. Mix well. 🎂
3️⃣ Pour the cheesecake mixture: Over the crust. Refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight. 🕰️
4️⃣ Top with cherry pie filling: Spread over the cheesecake. 🍒
5️⃣ Top with whipped cream: Spread over the cherry pie filling. ❄️
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Notes:
To prevent cracking, ensure the cheesecake cools slowly in the refrigerator.
Use high-quality cherry pie filling for the best flavor.
You can also use fresh cherries, sliced and layered, for a different look.
