Philadelphia Cheesecake Recipe

It’s hard to find someone who doesn’t like cheesecake. Almost everyone tries making this amazing recipe at least once at home. But the classic way to make the cheesecake is with Philadelphia cream cheese. 

So, we’ll share today how to make the easiest Philadelphia cheesecake recipe. Cakes made of Philadelphia cheesecake are known as the most traditional ones in the US. Philadelphia cheese cream originated in 1872 in New York.  

Besides making cakes of all sorts, the Philadelphia cheese cream is also used to make other high-quality dairy products. As Philadelphia is rich in Vitamin A, it can be an ideal snack or dessert. It’s also a good source of antioxidants. So, you can rely on this cream while making your cheesecake. 

Philadelphia Cheesecake Ingredients

The cooking elements you need for this recipe are-

Oreo Cookies (20)

To make the crust, cookies will get a good flavor and make the recipe tasty. We prefer taking 20 Oreo cookies.

Butter (3 Tbsp)

Butter makes the crust soft and sticky. In this case, 3 tbsp of melted butter will be enough. 

Philadelphia Cream Cheese (5 Ounces)

You’ll need a 5-ounce Philadelphia cream cheese packet to make this recipe. Philadelphia cheese is the key ingredient for our today’s recipe.  

Sugar (1 Cup)

To taste sweet, take 1 cup of sugar.

Flour (3 Tbsp)

Mixing into the cake batter, we like taking plain flour of 3 tbsp. 

Vanilla (1 Tbsp)

To make any type of cake, vanilla adds an exclusive flavor. So, we’ll take 1 tbsp of vanilla. 

Sour Cream (1 Cup)

To increase the taste, you also need 1 cup of sour cream. 

Eggs (4)

Adding eggs is mandatory for the Philadelphia cheesecake. So, you’ll need 4 eggs. 

How to Make Philadelphia Cheesecake? 

The way you can make the most popular Philadelphia cheesecake is through the following ways- 

Step-1

Take the cookies and crush them finely. Put the cookies in a mixing bowl when crushed. Add butter and mix properly with crushed cookies.

Step-2

You need a pan with the 13 by 9ʺ measurement. Spread foil paper on the pan and ensure the foil paper is big enough to spread over the edges.

Step-3 

Pour the crushed cookies mixed with butter into the pan wrapped with foil paper. Spread them evenly on the entire pan. Take a ladle and press them hard. It will let the cookie mixture sit nicely.

Step-4

This time, you need to blend all the ingredients together. So, take your blender and put the Philadelphia cheese cream first. Now add sugar, flour, vanilla, eggs, and sour cream. Let them mix well in the blender. And keep the blender speed medium. 

Step-5

Pour the mixture right over the crust and spread slowly and evenly. Now put the pan in the oven and bake for 40 minutes at 375° F. 

Step-6

Get the pan out of the oven and put it on the wire rack. Let it cool for 30 minutes. Ensure the cake is cold perfectly. If not, extend the cooling time to 40 minutes or more.  Put the pan in the fridge while cold. Let it refrigerate for 4 hours at least. 

Step-7

Once the cake is refrigerated, remove it from the fridge and cut it into your favorite shapes. We would like to get a square shape. You can make a triangle or oval shapes you like. Now our cake is ready to eat or serve. 

Best Toppings 

This delicious cake is suitable to suit any type of sweet toppings, for example-

• Cherry 
• Candied Lemon Slices
• Mint Leaves 
• Whipped Cream
• Sugared Raspberries
• Chocolate Crumbs
• Fruit Sauces

Best Dishes to Serve With

You can serve a few of the popular dishes with this cheesecake-

• Fruit Salad
• Milk Buns (Japanese)
• Candied Fruits
• Mango Kulfi
• Bread 

FAQs

What Temperature to Bake a Cheesecake?

It’s not fixed when you need to determine the ideal temperature level. Depending on the size of your cheesecake, you ought to set the temperature. The regular temperature for cheesecake is 375° F.

What Are The Two Types of Cheesecake?

Usually, there are various types of cheesecake. However, among all the types, the New York Style Cheesecake and the Regular Cheesecake are the most common and popular. 

Why Is It Called Philadelphia Cream Cheese?

This cheese cream isn’t made of Philadelphia. But, when this cream was invented in 1872, it was mostly available in Philadelphia areas. And this is the reason why this cream is called the Philadelphia Cheese Cream.

Can I Melt Philadelphia Cream Cheese?

Yes, you can! All you need to do is to keep the cheese cream on a microwave-safe plate. Now put it in your oven for 15 seconds, and your Philadelphia cheese cream will be melted. 

Conclusion

If you wonder why the Philadelphia cheesecake recipe is so popular, the answer is its creamy texture. This cake has a smooth and fluffy crust with a rich filling. Also, it offers a unique flavor. Considering all these, the Philadelphia cake is so popular and special for chili days. 

Serving this cake in the traditional event will personalize your food presentation. It will enhance the joy of celebration. You can serve this cake as a dessert after a meal and get it as the best treat ever. It’s versatile and matches any type of serving style.

So, once you learn to make this cake, you can enjoy it anytime.

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