VANILLA CHEESECAKE

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To me, there is nothing better than a simple, elegant cheesecake where the vanilla takes center stage. And when I'm feeling decadent, I'll add the rich chocolate ganache topping. -Ellen Riley, Murfreesboro, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup sugar
FILLING:
4 packages (8 ounces each ) cream cheese, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
3 tablespoons vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt
4 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. Mix cracker crumbs, butter and sugar; press onto bottom and 1 in. up sides of a greased 9-in. springform pan. , In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in vanilla and salt. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until blended. Pour into crust. Place on a baking sheet. , Bake until center is almost set, 55-60 minutes. Cool on a wire rack 10 minutes. Loosen sides from pan with a knife. Cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight, covering when completely cooled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 551 calories, Fat 37g fat (21g saturated fat), Cholesterol 159mg cholesterol, Sodium 424mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

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