New York Style Cheesecake Recipe | PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese

Introduction

Who doesn't love a classic New York cheesecake, especially when it's made with Philadelphia Cream Cheese? This recipe guides you through creating a decadent cheesecake with an Oreo crust, topped with cherry pie filling for that perfect blend of creamy and fruity flavors. It's a straightforward recipe that's sure to impress at any gathering or simply as a treat for yourself.

Ingredients

• For the Crust:
  • 20 Oreo cookies, finely crushed
  • 3 tablespoons of melted butter or margarine
• For the Filling:
  • 5 packages (8 ounces each) of Philadelphia Cream Cheese, softened
  • 1 cup of sugar
  • 3 tablespoons of flour
  • 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract
  • 1 cup of sour cream
  • 4 eggs
• For the Topping:
  • Cherry pie filling (canned)

Preparation Steps

1. Prepare the Pan:

   • Line a 13 by 9-inch pan with foil, ensuring the foil extends over the sides for easy removal later.

2. Make the Crust:

   • Combine the finely crushed Oreo crumbs with melted butter or margarine.
   • Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan to form a crust.

3. Make the Filling:

   • In a large bowl, blend the softened Philadelphia Cream Cheese with sugar, flour, and vanilla extract until well combined.
   • Add sour cream to the cream cheese mixture and mix well.
   • Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed just enough to blend after each addition.
   • Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust in the pan.

4. Bake the Cheesecake:

   • Bake in a preheated oven at the temperature specified in the recipe (not provided here) for about 40 minutes, or until the center is almost set. The cheesecake will firm up as it cools.
   • Allow the cheesecake to cool on a wire rack until it reaches room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.

5. Add the Topping:

   • Before serving, top the cheesecake with cherry pie filling.

6. Serve:

   • Use the foil overhang to lift the cheesecake out of the pan for easy cutting and serving.

Conclusion

This Philadelphia New York Cheesecake recipe delivers a classic taste that's always in good style. With its creamy filling, crunchy Oreo crust, and sweet cherry topping, it's a dessert that combines simplicity with indulgence. Whether for a special occasion or a casual dessert, this cheesecake is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.