PHILADELPHIA Classic Cheesecake

Make cheesecake with Philadelphia cream cheese for a simple, delicious dessert that's sure to impress. Look no further than this traditional cheesecake. Top with fresh fruit just before serving. Sweets add enjoyment to a balanced diet but remember to keep an eye on your portion size.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 55 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins

Ingredients

• 4 eggs
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• ⅓ cup butter or margarine, melted
• 4 (8 ounce) packages PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
• 1 ½ cups HONEY MAID Graham Cracker Crumbs

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).

Step 2

Mix crumbs, butter, and 3 tablespoons sugar until combined; press firmly onto the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.

Step 3

Beat cream cheese, 1 cup sugar, and vanilla in a mixing bowl until smooth. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing on low speed until just blended. Pour over crust.

Step 4

Bake in the preheated oven until center is almost set, about 55 minutes. Loosen cake from the pan rim; cool before removing rim.

Step 5

Refrigerate for 4 hours before serving.