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Cherry Almond Cheesecake Twist

A delightful combination of creamy cheesecake, bright cherries, and a hint of almond flavor, beautifully swirled together for a stunning dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1.5 cups 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 0.5 cups ½ cup butter, melted
For the filling
  • 2 cups 2 cups cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cups 1 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 3 pieces 3 eggs
  • 1 cups 1 cup cherries, pitted and chopped
  • 0.25 cups ¼ cup sliced almonds

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until well blended. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add in the sugar and continue mixing until light and fluffy.
  4. Stir in the almond extract and mix well. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition to avoid lumps.
  5. Gently fold in the chopped cherries to the cream cheese mixture.
  6. Pour the cheesecake mixture over the prepared crust. Use a knife to create gentle swirls with the remaining cherries if desired.
  7. Sprinkle the sliced almonds on top for added crunch.
Baking
  1. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 45 minutes, or until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
Cooling and Serving
  1. Allow it to cool to room temperature before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  2. Slice and serve, and enjoy!

Notes

Substitutions: If cherries aren’t your favorite, substitute with raspberries or blueberries! For a perfect cheesecake, avoid overbaking. Let the cheesecake cool gradually to prevent cracks.