Description
Luxurious birthday cheesecake delights with creamy layers of indulgence and festive charm. Celebration desserts rarely match this artful blend of rich cream cheese, sweet vanilla, and delicate crumb that promises pure culinary joy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 packages cream cheese, 8 oz (226 g), softened
- 3 large eggs
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 14 crackers)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup rainbow sprinkles (optional, folded into the batter)
- Whipped cream (optional)
- More rainbow sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
- Crust Preparation: Pulverize graham crackers into fine, uniform crumbs using a food processor or rolling pin, then blend thoroughly with granulated sugar and melted butter until the mixture achieves a cohesive, sand-like consistency.
- Crust Molding: Press the crumb mixture firmly into a 9-inch springform pan, using a spoon or flat-bottomed glass to create an even, compact layer that will serve as a robust foundation for the cheesecake.
- Initial Baking: Position the crust in a preheated oven at 325F (163C) and bake for 8-10 minutes, allowing the butter to integrate with the crumbs and develop a golden, slightly crisp texture.
- Cooling Phase: Extract the crust from the oven and permit it to cool completely, establishing a stable base that will support the upcoming cheesecake layers.
Notes
- Crush Crackers Precisely: Aim for ultra-fine, uniform crumbs to prevent a lumpy or uneven crust that could crumble when serving.
- Pack Crust Firmly: Press the crumb mixture tightly and evenly using a flat-bottomed glass or spoon to create a solid, compact base that won’t fall apart.
- Control Baking Temperature: Watch the crust carefully during the 8-10 minute bake to achieve a golden color without burning, which can create a bitter taste.
- Cool Completely: Let the crust cool entirely before adding filling to prevent moisture buildup and ensure a crisp, stable foundation for the cheesecake.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg