Easy Homemade Cheesecake Recipe

Name: Easy Homemade Cheesecake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the crust; 1 pkg. (2-layer size) yellow cake mix; 5 Tbsp. butter, melted; 1 large egg; For the filling; 2 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened; 2 large eggs; 3/4 cup sugar; 1 Tbsp. vanilla; For the topping; 2 cups BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Sour Cream; 1/4 cup sugar; 1 Tbsp. vanilla; 1 can (21 oz.) fruit pie filling (your choice of flavors) Safeway 1 lb For $3.99 thru 02/09

Servings: persons

For the crust
1 pkg. (2-layer size) yellow cake mix
5 Tbsp. butter, melted
1 large egg
For the filling
2 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
2 large eggs
3/4 cup sugar
1 Tbsp. vanilla
For the topping
2 cups BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Sour Cream
1/4 cup sugar
1 Tbsp. vanilla
1 can (21 oz.) fruit pie filling (your choice of flavors) Safeway 1 lb For $3.99 thru 02/09

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2
For the crust Mix cake mix, egg and butter for crust, with an electric mixer, until they are incorporated and crumbly.
3
Press into an ungreased 9x13 pan.
4
Set aside.
5
For the filling Beat cream cheese, eggs, sugar and vanilla on medium/high speed with an electric mixer for 2-3 minutes or until filling is smooth and creamy.
6
Be careful not to overbeat the filling, as overbeating cheesecake causes cracks.
7
Bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until the cheesecake is set in the center.
8
Remove the cheesecake from the oven and set on a wire cooling rack to cool.
9
For the topping Mix up the sour cream topping by stirring together the sour cream, sugar and vanilla.
10
When fully mixed, spread the topping over the warm cheesecake and allow the cheesecake to finish cooling.
11
Once cool, spread the pie filling over the top of the cheesecake, cover and refrigerate until you are ready to serve.
12
Alternatively, you can refrigerate the cheesecake without the fruit topping.
13
When ready to serve, cut the cheesecake into squares and top with pie filling.
14
Alternatively, have a few pie filling options on hand and top the cheesecake squares with your guests favorite topping.
15
Enjoy!

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the crust, 1 pkg. (2-layer size) yellow cake mix, 5 Tbsp. butter, melted, 1 large egg, and more.

Yes, Easy Homemade Cheesecake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Easy Homemade Cheesecake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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