Candy Cane Cheesecake

Ingredients and Weight:

• Graham cracker crumbs: 1 1/2 cups (150g)
• Butter, melted: 1/4 cup (60g)
• Cream cheese, softened: 24 ounces (680g)
• Sugar: 1 1/2 cups (300g)
• Eggs: 3 large
• Sour cream: 1/2 cup (120g)
• Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (5ml)
• Candy canes, crushed: 1 cup (140g)

Preparation Time:

• 30 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 60 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
3. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in eggs one at a time. Stir in sour cream and vanilla extract.
4. Pour cream cheese mixture over the graham cracker crust. Sprinkle crushed candy canes over the cheesecake.
5. Bake for 60 minutes, or until the center is set. Let cool completely before serving.

Nutritional Information:

Per slice (1/8th of cheesecake):

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 20g
• Protein: 7g
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Sugar: 25g

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy and decadent cheesecake with a sweet and refreshing candy cane flavor.
• Perfect for special occasions or holiday gatherings.
• Suitable for American tastes.

User Comments:

• "This cheesecake is so delicious and festive! The candy cane flavor really shines through."
• "The texture is perfect - not too dense and not too airy."
• "I love that this recipe is easy to follow and uses ingredients that are readily available."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use high-quality cream cheese for the best results.
• Do not overbeat the cream cheese mixture, as this can cause the cheesecake to be dense.
• Let the cheesecake cool completely before serving to prevent it from crumbling.
• Store the cheesecake in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.