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Easter Egg Cheesecake

Easter Egg Cheesecake

  • Author: Lina
  • Total Time: 4 hours 55 minutes (including chilling time)
  • Yield: 8-10 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This festive Easter Egg Cheesecake is a creamy, colorful, and quick dessert perfect for Easter celebrations or any occasion. Featuring a smooth cheesecake base studded with vibrant mini Easter egg candies, it offers a rich flavor and playful appearance with minimal effort, using simple pantry ingredients and an easy baking process.

Ingredients

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Crust

  • 1 1/2 cups crushed graham crackers
  • 5 tbsp melted butter

Filling

  • 16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup mini Easter egg candies

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crust: Combine crushed graham crackers with melted butter until the mixture holds together like wet sand. Press evenly into the bottom of a springform pan or pie dish to form a compact crust. Chill while preparing the filling to help it set firmly.
  2. Mix the Creamy Filling: Beat softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth and fluffy. Add sour cream and vanilla extract, mixing carefully to keep the texture light. Incorporate eggs one at a time, blending gently to avoid deflating the batter.
  3. Add the Easter Egg Candies: Fold in mini Easter egg candies delicately to avoid melting or color bleeding, ensuring colorful pockets throughout the cheesecake.
  4. Bake and Cool: Pour the batter over the chilled crust and bake at 325°F (163°C) for 35 to 40 minutes, until the edges are set but the center jiggles slightly. Cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to fully set and develop flavor.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Carefully remove the cheesecake from the pan, slice generously, and serve. Optionally, garnish with extra mini Easter eggs, sprinkles, powdered sugar, or white chocolate drizzle for a festive presentation.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for smoother batter and fewer lumps.
  • Don’t overmix the batter to keep the cheesecake light and prevent cracks.
  • Consider baking the cheesecake in a water bath to ensure gentle, even cooking and avoid dry edges.
  • Chill the cheesecake thoroughly overnight to improve texture and flavor melding.
  • Add the mini Easter egg candies last to prevent color bleeding into the batter.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 1/10 of recipe)
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Sugar: 25 g
  • Sodium: 220 mg
  • Fat: 25 g
  • Saturated Fat: 15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 25 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 6 g
  • Cholesterol: 110 mg

Keywords: Easter cheesecake, creamy cheesecake, festive dessert, colorful Easter egg dessert, quick cheesecake

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