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FAMILY-FAVORITE CHEESECAKE



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This easy cheesecake recipe has been a family favorite for almost 20 years. It's fluffy, delicate and absolutely delicious. I've shared it at many gatherings over the years and have even started baking it for our friends instead of Christmas cookies. -Esther Wappner, Mansfield, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 40 squares)
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup butter, melted
FILLING:
3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 large eggs, separated
TOPPING:
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, sugar and cinnamon; stir in butter. Press onto the bottom and 2 in. up the sides of a greased 9-in. springform pan. Bake at 350° for 5 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Reduce heat to 325°. , In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar and vanilla until smooth. Add egg yolks; beat on low just until combined. , In a small bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form; fold into cream cheese mixture. Pour over crust., Bake for 1 hour or until center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate until completely cooled. , Combine the sour cream, sugar and vanilla; fold in whipped cream. Spread over cheesecake. Refrigerate overnight. Remove sides of pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 414 calories, Fat 23g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 132mg cholesterol, Sodium 269mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CAMPBELL FAMILY FIREBALL WHISKEY SHOTS CHEESECAKE



Campbell Family FIREBALL WHISKEY SHOTS CHEESECAKE image

These shots are delicious, fun and easy to make!!

Provided by Melanie Campbell

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 13

CRUST
1 1/2 c graham crackers
1/3 c brown sugar
1/3 c melted butter
FILLING:
8 oz 2 packages of cream cheese
1/2 oz lemon juice
1 pt heavy cream
1/3 c white sugar
1/2 c fireball whiskey
TOPPING:
1 can(s) cherry pie filling
1/2 c fireball whiskey

Steps:

  • 1. Add in a bowl melted butter graham crackers and brown sugar.
  • 2. In another bowl add your cream cheese, sugar, heavy cream and whiskey along with lemon juice and blend.
  • 3. In another bowl add the cherry pie filling and whiskey.
  • 4. Layer the cups starting with Graham Crackers, Filling and then Topping.

FAMILY-FAVORITE CHEESECAKE



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The original version of this recipe came from Taste of Home, though I have modified it slightly. I chose it originally because no water bath was required. This was the first cheesecake I ever made and it's the one I make most. Friends and family request if often and I've even been known to pack along my springform pan on trips to family functions so I can make it away from home. The top will crack, but much of it will seal during cooling. The topping will cover it all, so the cracks don't really matter at all! Two things to note- #1 This is a big cheescake! You'll need a 10" springform. #2 Because the egg whites are whipped and then folded in, this cheescake is more "italian-style" with a wonderful, light, creamy texture, not dense and heavy like the NY version. Enjoy!

Provided by nanpie

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup butter, melted
3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 large eggs, separated
1 large egg, whole
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup heavy cream, whipped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350. Lightly butter bottom and sides of 10" springform pan.
  • First four ingredients are for the crust. Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, cinnamon and melted butter in medium bowl to combine.
  • Press crumb mixture into bottom of greased pan and 1/2 way up the sides.
  • Bake 5 minutes, then remove to cooling rack.
  • Decrease oven temp to 325.
  • Next five ingredients are for the filling. In medium bowl beat egg whites to soft peaks.
  • In large bowl mix cream cheese, sugar and vanilla until smooth.
  • Add whole egg and egg yolks one at a time, mixing just until combined.
  • Fold whipped egg whites into cream cheese mixture.
  • Pour over crust.
  • Bake 1 hour or until center is almost set. Shouldn't be too jiggly or moist-looking.
  • Remove to wire rack, cool 10 minutes. Run sharp knife around edge to loosen. Cool at least 2 hours longer before adding topping.
  • Last four ingredients are for the topping. Mix sour cream, sugar and vanilla.
  • Fold in whipped cream.
  • Spread over cheesecake.
  • Refrigerate at least 3-4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 553.2, Fat 37, SaturatedFat 21.8, Cholesterol 188.6, Sodium 366.3, Carbohydrate 48.6, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 38.4, Protein 8.7

FAMILY CHEESECAKE SQUARES



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Though these squares may sound time-consuming to make, they're actually easy. The hardest part is waiting for them to cool so you can gobble them up! This recipe's been in our family for years, I like serving the squares at room temperature, but they're good cold, too. They're delicious topped with strawberries or cherry pie filling. I'm a "homebody" who enjoys any kind of cooking (for 5 years, I've been baking once a week for my husband's group at work). We have five children and three grandchildren.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

CRUST:
1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1/4 cup warm milk (110° to 115°)
1 tablespoon sugar
1 cup cold butter
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
FILLING:
1 large egg, separated
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Dissolve yeast in warm milk; add sugar and set aside. In a large bowl, cut butter into flour and salt. Add yolks and yeast mixture. Mix thoroughly. , Divide dough into two parts. Roll each piece to fit a 13x9-in. baking pan. Place one piece in pan. For filling, beat yolk, cream cheese, sugar and vanilla until smooth. Spread over dough and cover with remaining dough. Press lightly to seal edges around pan. Brush top with slightly beaten egg white and sprinkle with nuts. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1-1/2 hours. , Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until lightly browned. Cut into squares. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts :

FAMILY CHEESECAKE



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This recipe for a crustless cheesecake came from the 11/8/05 issue of Family Circle Magazine. I have developed allergies to wheat and soy so this is perfect for those with these allergies. You won't miss the crust and I found this to be the best cheesecake I have eaten....dietary restrictions or not. Enjoy!

Provided by toomuchlaundry

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 1h10m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup cornstarch
1 cup unsalted butter, softened (I used regular butter not unsalted and it was fine)
2 cups heavy cream
6 eggs

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Coat a 10 inch springform pan with cooking spray (I am allergic to soy so I use an olive oil pump). Wrap the outside of the springform pan with aluminum foil so there will be no water seepage into the cake.
  • In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, then cornstarch, butter, cream and eggs, beating well after each addition. Pour into prepared pan and place pan filled with 1" of water.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour or until golden brown. When done place on a wire rack to cool.
  • Once it has cooled (this is about 3 hours) remove the side of the springform pan, cover and put in refridgerator. Whatever you do don't be tempted to cut it until it is completely cooled or it will collapse and run. Be patient it is worth the wait.
  • This can be made up to 4 days ahead of time if need be and it is supposed to freeze well but we didn't have any morsels left to freeze.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 513.2, Fat 43.8, SaturatedFat 25.7, Cholesterol 203.5, Sodium 222.4, Carbohydrate 25.7, Sugar 20.6, Protein 6.5

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