Description
A velvety, crack-free Philadelphia Cheesecake Filling Recipe made with just 6 ingredients! This classic dessert features rich Philadelphia cream cheese, a touch of tang from sour cream, and a foolproof method for silky-smooth results every time. Perfect for holidays, parties, or indulgent weeknights.
Ingredients
- Philadelphia Cream Cheese: 32 oz (4 blocks, room temperature)
- Granulated Sugar: 1 cup (200g)
- Sour Cream: 1 cup (240g, full-fat)
- Large Eggs: 4 (room temperature)
- Pure Vanilla Extract: 2 tsp
- Lemon Zest: 1 tsp (optional)
Salt: ¼ tsp
Instructions
Prep:
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Prepare a 9-inch springform pan with a pre-baked crust.
- Set up a water bath (roasting pan with hot water on the oven’s lower rack).
Mix Filling:
- Beat cream cheese in a stand mixer until smooth (2–3 minutes).
- Gradually add sugar, then sour cream, vanilla, and lemon zest.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until combined.
Bake:
- Pour filling into crust. Place pan in the water bath.
- Bake 55–65 minutes until edges are set but the center jiggles slightly.
Cool & Chill:
- Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let cool inside for 1 hour.
- Refrigerate uncovered for at least 8 hours (24 hours ideal).
Notes
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Critical for smooth, lump-free filling.
- Water Bath: Prevents cracks by regulating oven heat.
- Storage: Refrigerate for up to 5 days or freeze for 2 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
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