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Birthday Cheesecake

Decadent Birthday Cheesecake with Fun Rainbow Sprinkles

This Birthday Cheesecake is a creamy and indulgent twist on a classic dessert, perfect for celebrations and adorned with colorful rainbow sprinkles.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Chilling Time 6 hours
Total Time 7 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs Substitute with gluten-free options if needed.
  • 1/2 cup Salted Butter Unsalted butter is a suitable alternative if preferred.
  • 1/4 cup Sugar
Filling
  • 16 ounces Cream Cheese Opt for full-fat for the best results.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt is a lighter alternative.
  • 3 Eggs Ensure they're at room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon Almond Extract Vanilla extract can be substituted.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional but recommended.
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Avoid low-fat versions.
Topping
  • 1/2 cup Rainbow Sprinkles Sprinkle generously for that festive touch!

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Electric mixer
  • baking dish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease the sides of a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
  2. In a food processor, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted salted butter, and sugar. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan and bake for 8-9 minutes until golden. Cool completely.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Mix in sour cream, heavy whipping cream, almond extract, and vanilla extract until velvety.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low until just incorporated. Gently fold in rainbow sprinkles.
  5. Pour the filling over the cooled crust, cover the sides with aluminum foil, and bake in a water bath for 60-70 minutes until set yet jiggly.
  6. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake sit inside for 1 hour. Then cool to room temperature and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
  7. Release the sides of the springform pan, decorate with toppings as desired, slice, and serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 6gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 26gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 5mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure all dairy ingredients are at room temperature for easier mixing. Let cheesecake chill for at least 6 hours for best flavor.

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