By Zarah Grace, last updated on August 19, 2021
Do you want to make a Kraft cheesecake recipe with sour cream? But first, you should know that cheesecake is an irresistible dessert. In addition to that, it consists of two or more layers. You make the thickest layer from soft cheese like fresh cheese, cottage cheese, cream cheese, or ricotta.
Moreover, you make the bottom layer or crust from crushed cookies, graham crackers, pastry, or sponge cake. Besides, you can bake or unbaked cheesecake.
Some people do not classify a modern cheesecake as a cake because of the number of eggs used; they think it is likely a torte or custard pie. The reasons are the absence of flour and the soft filling and crust. Typically, you sweeten cheesecake with sugar, and you flavor it in many ways.
Kraft Cheesecake Recipe With Sour Cream
Want a simple and delicious dessert to impress your guests and family? Try this Kraft cheesecake recipe with sour cream. Imagine a delicious sweetened sour cream layer on top with the classic flavor of cream cheese and graham crust. Plus, this cheesecake recipe is super easy to make. Nothing beats the classic cheesecake style to prepare for parties, picnics, and small gatherings. So with that, make this recipe at home now. In addition to that, share this cheesecake recipe with your family and friends.
What You Will Need In Making A Kraft Cheesecake Recipe With Sour Cream Topping
Ingredients For Sour Cream Topping For Cheesecake
- 1 1/2 cups of crushed graham or graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup of melted butter
- 1 1/2 cups of sugar, divided into two portions
- Four packages of softened cream cheese (each package is 8 ounces)
- 2 tsp of vanilla, divided into two portions
- One container of sour cream, about 16 ounces, divided into two portions
- 4pcs eggs
- 2 cups of fresh blackberries
Equipment For Philadelphia Cheesecake With Sour Cream
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring spoons
- Measuring cups
- Oven
- 13×9-inch baking pan
- Rubber spatula
- Electric mixer
- Aluminum foil
- Flat bottomed glass
- Cooling wire rack
Step by step instructions For Making Kraft Cheesecake Recipe With Sour Cream Topping
Step 1
First and foremost, make sure to preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
Step 2
Then, take your 13×9-inch baking pan. And line it with aluminum foil. With that, ensure that the foil extends over the sides. After that, set it aside.
Step 3
Next, combine the graham crumbs or crushed graham with butter. In addition to that, blend it with two tablespoons of sugar in a medium or large mixing bowl. With that, mix till well combined.
Step 4
Using a flat-bottomed glass, press your crumb mixture into the bottom of your prepared 13×9-inch baking pan. Also, you can use the back of your spoon if you want.
Step 5
Then, beat the cream cheese in a large mixing bowl. Then, add a cup of the remaining sugar and one teaspoon of vanilla. Afterward, make sure to beat using an electric mixer. Do not forget to beat until well combined.
Step 6
After that, add a cup of sour cream to the mixture and mix well. Then, make sure to add your eggs one at a time. Remember to beat at low speed after each addition. Also, avoid overbeating the mixture. Afterward, set aside.
Step 7
Next, take your 13×9 inch baking pan with the crust. And pour the cream mixture. Afterward, smoothen the cream mixture using the rubber spatula.
Step 8
Then, bake your cheesecake inside the oven for about 40 minutes. Or bake it until the center of your cheesecake sets but still jiggly.
Step 9
After that, combine the 1/4 cup of sugar or remaining sugar and the rest of the sour cream. Then, add the vanilla to a mixing bowl. With that, ensure to mix using an electric mixer and beat until well combined.
Step 10
Afterward, pour and spread the mixture carefully over your cheesecake. Then, bake your cheesecake for another 10 minutes. After that, remove your cheesecake from the oven when it is ready. And place it in a cooling wire rack. With that, ensure to let your cheesecake cool completely.
Step 11
Once your cheesecake completely cools, place it inside the refrigerator and ensure to refrigerate for 3 hours.
Step 12
Afterward, lift your cheesecake from the pan using the foil handles that we made earlier. Then, cut your cheesecake into serving portions.
Step 13
After that, top your cheesecake with blackberries that you tossed in sugar or light syrup. Finally, serve and enjoy!
Tips And Tricks For Philadelphia New York Cheesecake
Essentially, you can substitute crushed oreo cookies with crushed graham or graham cracker crumbs in the recipe. Likewise, you can substitute strawberries for blackberries or any berries that you like.
When slicing your cheesecake, it is better to keep an eye on portions.
To easily serve the cheesecake and remove it from the baking pan, extend the aluminum foil when lining your pan. These will serve as foil handles that allow you to lift your chilled cheesecake from your baking pan. You do this before cutting and serving.
Cheesecake In A Springform Pan:
- Prepare and bake the cheesecake according to the recipe and instructions. But, make sure to substitute the 13×9-inch baking pan with a 9-inch springform pan.
- Then, increase the baking time to 1 hour and 10 minutes or until the middle part of your cheesecake sets.
- After that, run a small knife or a metal spatula around the rim of your springform to loosen your cheesecake.
- Lastly, cool your cheesecake before removing the rim. If you used a dark nonstick springform pan, reduce your oven temperature to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
To know that your cheesecake is ready, check the outer ring of your cheesecake. If it sets, the middle is still a bit jiggly like gelatin.
Also, if the outer ring is still jiggly, likewise, the middle of your cheesecake is still wobbly. Make sure to continue baking and check your cheesecake every 5 minutes until it is ready.
If the center starts to crack and looks puffed or has cracks, immediately cool off your cheesecake. Because of this, it may indicate that your cheesecake will overcook. If there are golden spots and small cracks, do not worry, it will not affect the taste of your cheesecake.
Moreover, cracks that appear after cooling may indicate that your cheesecake cooled too quickly than suggested. For that reason, you can use a water bath or Bain-marie when baking cheesecake.
Kraft Cheesecake With Sour Cream
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring spoons
- Measuring cups
- Oven
- 13x9-inch baking pan
- Rubber spatula
- Electric mixer
- Aluminum foil
- Flat bottomed glass
- Cooling wire rack
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups crushed graham or graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 1/2 cups sugar divided into two portions
- 32 ounces softened cream cheese
- 2 tsp of vanilla divided into two portions
- 16 ounces One container of sour cream divided into two portions
- 4 eggs
- 2 cups fresh blackberries
Instructions
- First and foremost, make sure to preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Then, take your 13x9-inch baking pan. And line it with aluminum foil. With that, ensure that the foil extends over the sides. After that, set it aside.
- Next, combine the graham crumbs or crushed graham with butter. In addition to that, blend it with two tablespoons of sugar in a medium or large mixing bowl. With that, mix till well combined.
- Using a flat-bottomed glass, press your crumb mixture into the bottom of your prepared 13x9-inch baking pan. Also, you can use the back of your spoon if you want.
- Then, beat the cream cheese in a large mixing bowl. Then, add a cup of the remaining sugar and one teaspoon of vanilla. Afterward, make sure to beat using an electric mixer. Do not forget to beat until well combined.
- After that, add a cup of sour cream to the mixture and mix well. Then, make sure to add your eggs one at a time. Remember to beat at low speed after each addition. Also, avoid overbeating the mixture. Afterward, set aside.
- Next, take your 13x9 inch baking pan with the crust. And pour the cream mixture. Afterward, smoothen the cream mixture using the rubber spatula.
- Then, bake your cheesecake inside the oven for about 40 minutes. Or bake it until the center of your cheesecake sets but still jiggly.
- After that, combine the 1/4 cup of sugar or remaining sugar and the rest of the sour cream. Then, add the vanilla to a mixing bowl. With that, ensure to mix using an electric mixer and beat until well combined.
- Afterward, pour and spread the mixture carefully over your cheesecake. Then, bake your cheesecake for another 10 minutes. After that, remove your cheesecake from the oven when it is ready. And place it in a cooling wire rack. With that, ensure to let your cheesecake cool completely.
- Once your cheesecake completely cools, place it inside the refrigerator and ensure to refrigerate for 3 hours.
- Afterward, lift your cheesecake from the pan using the foil handles that we made earlier. Then, cut your cheesecake into serving portions.
- After that, top your cheesecake with blackberries that you tossed in sugar or light syrup. Finally, serve and enjoy!
Notes
Then, increase the baking time to 1 hour and 10 minutes or until the middle part of your cheesecake sets.
After that, run a small knife or a metal spatula around the rim of your springform to loosen your cheesecake.
Lastly, cool your cheesecake before removing the rim. If you used a dark nonstick springform pan, reduce your oven temperature to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. To know that your cheesecake is ready, check the outer ring of your cheesecake. If it sets, the middle is still a bit jiggly like gelatin.
Zarah is an experienced pastry chef whose creations have delighted countless customers. With a passion for baking, Zarah has developed a unique style that combines classic techniques with modern flavors. Her desserts are always made with the freshest ingredients, and her attention to detail shows in her beautiful and delicious creations. Zarah has a wealth of experience in the pastry kitchen, and loves to share her knowledge with others. Whether it is teaching a class or creating a custom cake for a special occasion, Zarah is committed to making sure every customer is satisfied.