Description
Easter Egg Cheesecake is a festive dessert that combines creamy cheesecake with colorful chocolate candy eggs, creating a delightful treat perfect for spring celebrations. This easy-to-make cheesecake will impress your guests with its vibrant presentation and rich flavors. With its whimsical charm and delicious taste, it’s sure to become a favorite at family gatherings and holiday festivities.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups crushed graham crackers
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar, divided
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup assorted chocolate candy eggs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). In a bowl, combine crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and half the sugar. Press into the bottom of a greased springform pan.
- Beat softened cream cheese in a large bowl until smooth. Gradually add remaining sugar, then mix in sour cream and vanilla extract.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each addition to maintain a light texture.
- Fold in most of the chocolate eggs (reserve some for topping).
- Pour filling over the crust and bake for 50-60 minutes until edges are set but center jiggles slightly.
- Cool in the oven with door ajar for an hour, then refrigerate for at least four hours before serving. Decorate with remaining chocolate eggs before slicing.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 364
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 88mg