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Light and Airy Cheesecake Recipe

BySusan
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This easy light and airy cheesecake recipe recipe is packed with incredible flavor and simple to prepare. Perfect for family meals or special occasions!

Light and Airy Cheesecake Recipe Recipe Image

Light and Airy Cheesecake Recipe

This easy light and airy cheesecake recipe recipe is packed with incredible flavor and simple to prepare. Perfect for family meals or special occasions!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients

Ingredients
  

  • Place cracker crumbs and sugar in medium bowl and whisk to combine. Pour in melted butter and combine until all crackers are moistened. Press into bottom of spring-form pan and up sides about 1″. When thoroughly compacted place in hot oven and bake 15 minutes. Remove from oven and set aside.
  • Reset oven temperature to 325 degrees.
  • In a stand mixer with the paddle attachment whip the cream cheese about 2 minutes until fluffy. Scrape bowl. Add sugar and combine 1 minute then scrape again. Add eggs one at a time on low speed, scraping again once combined. Now add zest, juice, vanilla and salt and mix only until combined. Add sour cream and combine on low for about 20 seconds.
  • Pour cream cheese mixture into prepared pan. Have a roasting pan or large cast iron skillet ready and place the cheesecake in the larger pan. Pour hot water into the larger pan until the water reaches about halfway up the sides of the cheesecake. Place both pans in the 325 degree oven.
  • Bake for 80–90 minutes or until center is firm but still jiggly. Remove from oven and place on rack to cool. When cake is room temperature place in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Just before serving, arrange 1 can cherry pie filling on top of cake. We like lots of cherries and used most of a second can.
  • Serve this and get ready for the compliments!
  • ONE LAST THING
  • If you’re lucky enough for leftovers, your pie will keep in the refrigerator up to 4 days! covered, of course
  • NUTRITION
  • 60 g Protein:
  • 9 g Fat:
  • 41 g Saturated Fat:
  • 25 g Polyunsaturated Fat:
  • 2 g Monounsaturated Fat:
  • 10 g Cholesterol: 183mg Sodium: 396mg Potassium: 178mg Fiber:
  • 0.2 g Sugar:
  • 49g

Tips for the Best Light and Airy Cheesecake Recipe

  • Pre-heat & Prep: Always gather all ingredients before cooking light and airy cheesecake recipe.
  • Flavor Adjustment: Adjust seasoning to taste near the end of cooking.
  • Storage Tips: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

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