Description
Easter Egg Cheesecake is a delightful springtime dessert that combines a rich, creamy filling with a buttery graham cracker crust, all topped with colorful Easter candies. This visually stunning cheesecake is perfect for holiday gatherings or any celebration, providing a sweet treat that will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth. With its easy preparation and customizable toppings, this recipe makes for an unforgettable addition to your dessert table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup granulated sugar, divided
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup Easter candies (mini chocolate eggs)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and ¼ cup sugar. Press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sour cream and remaining sugar. Mix in vanilla extract, then add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Pour the filling over the crust and bake for 50-60 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center.
- Turn off the oven and let cool inside with the door cracked for an hour. Refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight.
- Top with Easter candies before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg