The Best Cherry Cheesecake Recipe

The Best Cherry Cheesecake Recipe

sugargeekshow.com

This super creamy cherry cheesecake made from scratch but is deceptively simple to make. The secret is the homemade cherry topping.

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Cooking tools:

  • Food processor
  • Rolling pin
  • Stand mixer
  • Springform pan
  • Kitchen torch
  • Zip-top bag
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cup
  • Parchment paper
  • Cake pan
  • Baking sheet
  • Roasting pan
  • Hand mixer
  • Spatula
  • Chef's knife
  • Saucepan
  • Cup
  • Oven
  • Stove
  • Refrigerator
  • Plastic wrap

Ingredients

  • 6 ounces graham crackers (crushed)
  • 3 ounces unsalted butter (melted)
  • 3 ounces granulated sugar
  • 32 ounces cream cheese (softened to room temperature)
  • 9 ounces granulated sugar
  • 2 ounces sour cream (room temperature)
  • 2 ounces heavy cream (room temperature )
  • 4 large eggs (warmed to room temperature )
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 Tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 32 ounces cherries (fresh or frozen, and pitted)
  • 8 ounces granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 8 ounces water
  • 1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 Tablespoon lemon zest
  • 3 Tablespoons ClearJel (or 3 Tablespoons Cornstarch)
  • 2 ounces cool water (for the ClearJel)

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