Birthday Cheesecake
Indulge in the joy of celebrations with this delightful Birthday Cheesecake! This creamy dessert captures the essence of a classic New York-style cheesecake while adding a playful twist with vibrant rainbow jimmies. Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or a cozy family gathering, this cheesecake is sure to impress with its rich texture and sweet flavor. Easy to prepare and make-ahead friendly, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleaser that brings smiles with every slice.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 32 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1 ¼ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 5 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup rainbow jimmies
- Whipped cream for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter; press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add sour cream and vanilla; mix until combined. Then add eggs one at a time while mixing gently.
- Fold in rainbow jimmies and pour the mixture over the crust.
- Bake for about 60 minutes until set around edges but slightly wobbly in the center.
- Turn off the oven and let it cool inside for an hour before refrigerating for at least four hours or overnight.
- Before serving, top with whipped cream and extra jimmies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (130g)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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