This classic cheesecake delivers a luxuriously smooth and creamy texture, balanced by a crunchy, sweet sugar cookie crust. The filling is infused with vanilla and eggs, creating a dense yet tender slice that melts in your mouth. It’s an ideal dessert for birthdays, holidays, or any gathering where you want to impress with home-style elegance. Simple ingredients come together to create a sophisticated treat that pairs beautifully with fresh berries or a drizzle of chocolate sauce. A timeless favorite that brings warmth and sweetness to every table.
Sara Lee’S Cheesecake
Description
This classic cheesecake delivers a luxuriously smooth and creamy texture, balanced by a crunchy, sweet sugar cookie crust. The filling is infused with vanilla and eggs, creating a dense yet tender slice that melts in your mouth. It&# 226;ÂÂs an ideal dessert for birthdays, holidays, or any gathering where you want to impress with home-style elegance. Simple ingredients come together to create a sophisticated treat that pairs beautifully with fresh berries or a drizzle of chocolate sauce. A timeless favorite that brings warmth and sweetness to every table.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat the oven to 350ðF (175ðC).
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Place the butter in a 9-inch square baking pan and warm in the oven until melted.
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Crush the sugar cookies into fine crumbs.
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Mix the cookie crumbs with unflavored gelatin and sugar in a bowl.
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Remove about 1/4 cup of the crumb mixture and set aside for garnish.
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Stir the remaining crumb mixture into the melted butter in the pan, pressing evenly over the bottom to form a crust.
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Bake the crust for exactly 8 minutes.
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In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sour cream until light and fluffy.
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Beat in softened butter, cornstarch, eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined.
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Carefully pull out the oven rack without removing the pan.
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Pour the cheesecake filling directly over the hot crust.
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Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture evenly over the top of the filling.
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Return the pan to the oven and bake at 350ðF (177ðC) for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Avoid overbaking to keep the cheesecake creamy.
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Let the cheesecake cool in the pan for 30 minutes before cutting and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 258.4kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 19.6g31%
- Saturated Fat 6.2g31%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 291.1mg13%
- Total Carbohydrate 21.5g8%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 21.3g
- Protein 0.1g1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Ensure cream cheese and eggs are at room temperature for a smoother batter.
Do not overbake; the center should still have a slight jiggle when removed from the oven.
For easier cleanup, line the pan with parchment paper before adding the crust.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.