cherry-topped cheesecake
I got this recipe out of Great American Recipes Cook Book. It is absolutely delicious. My family loves it! It is always requested for holiday meals! Enjoy!!!
prep time
2 Hr
cook time
50 Min
method
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yield
8 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar, divided
- 3/4 cup cherry preserves, warmed and strained
- 3 packages (8 oz. each) cream cheese, softened
- 4 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 can (12 oz) cherry pie filling
How To Make cherry-topped cheesecake
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Step 1In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, butter and 1/4 cup sugar. Press the mixture into the base of an 8-inch springform pan. Chill for 30 minutes. Spread the preserves over the graham cracker base.
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Step 2Preheat the oven to 300 degrees. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and remaining sugar until fluffy. Beat in the egss and almond extract until blended and smooth.
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Step 3Pour the cream cheese mixture over the graham cracker base. Bake until firm around the edge, but slightly loose in the center, 45-50 minutes. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside the oven door slightly ajar for 1 hour.
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Step 4Remove the cheesecake from the oven and chill until ready to serve. Remove the pan, transfer the cheesecake to a serving plate and spoon the cherry pie filling on top to serve.
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