cherry cheesecake:

Here’s a simple recipe for a delicious cherry cheesecake:

Ingredients:

For the crust:

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

For the filling:

• 3 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 large eggs

For the topping:

• 1 (21-ounce) can cherry pie filling

Instructions:

Preparing the Crust:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.
3. Press the mixture firmly onto the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
4. Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes, then remove it from the oven and let it cool while you prepare the filling.

Making the Filling:

1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract together until smooth and creamy.
2. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, until fully incorporated.
3. Pour the filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan, spreading it out evenly.

Baking the Cheesecake:

1. Place the springform pan on a baking sheet to catch any drips.
2. Bake the cheesecake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center still jiggles slightly.
3. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door closed for 1 hour to cool gradually.
4. After an hour, remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool completely at room temperature.
5. Once cooled, refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight to chill and set.

Adding the Topping:

1. Once the cheesecake has chilled, carefully remove it from the springform pan and place it on a serving platter.
2. Spoon the cherry pie filling over the top of the cheesecake, spreading it out evenly.
3. Slice and serve your delicious cherry cheesecake chilled. Enjoy!

This recipe yields a creamy cheesecake with a buttery graham cracker crust and a sweet cherry topping—a perfect dessert for any occasion!