I know I will lose a few friends when I say this, but I don't like cheesecake. There I said it. Dave has struggled with this truth since we've been married. He loves the stuff! So when I really want to show my love, I whip out this baby! It's the only cheesecake I will actually eat and enjoy. Garrett was seriously drooling over this...note to self, when I need a little bribe ammo!Aunt Pearl's Award Winning Cheesecake~
9 inch springform pan
*The pan size really makes a difference in the baking time! I prefer thinner cheesecake. My pan is 10 in. If you are using an 8 in. pan, increase baking time for the 1st layer to 5 additional minutes. For the second layer increase time to 3 additional minutes.Preheat oven to 375 degrees
Crust
1 package of graham crackers (crushed fine) I put them in a gallon size ziploc and use the rolling pin.
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup butter -melted
In a bowl combine all ingredients and press into the pan. Set aside.
1st Layer
2 -8oz packages Kraft cream cheese
1/2 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla
In a med. size bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until combined. Add eggs and vanilla mix well and pour into pan. Bake for 20 minutes - it will be wiggly.
2nd layer - do not make until 1st layer is baked.
RESET OVEN to 425 degrees
2 cups sour cream
1/2 sugar
1 tsp vanilla
Stir together (don't beat) until combined. CAREFULLY and SLOWLY pour over 1st layer. Spread to make even.
Bake 10 minutes - let sit for 20 minutes and refrigerate at least 3 to 5 hours.
Berrylious Sauce
3 Tb cornstarch
3/4 cup sugar - sometimes I use less
2 tsp lemon juice
1/2 cup water
1 bag frozen berries of your choice-I use mixed berries
In a saucepan, combine with a whisk the sugar and cornstarch. Turn on heat to medium. Add berries, water, and lemon. Stirring, bring to a boil until thickened. Let cool.
My funny Valentine! This is how his face gets after eating his favorite cheesecake! Luckily it goes back to normal in about an hour!
