Linda’s Ladies Town Hall Cheesecake 🍰
Introduction:
Linda’s Ladies Town Hall Cheesecake is a delightful creation born from the bustling bake-offs of Linda’s office. This creamy, calorie-iffic dessert quickly won hearts with its indulgent taste and simplicity. Perfect for cheesecake enthusiasts, this recipe is a surefire hit at any fancy occasion, especially when adorned with luscious cherries on top!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Servings: 12
Ingredients:
- 4 packages cream cheese
- 6 eggs
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Soften cream cheese and whip. Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature for easy blending. Whip it until smooth and creamy. |
| 2 | Gradually beat in one egg at a time. Incorporate the eggs into the cream cheese mixture, one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully mixed in before adding the next. This creates a smooth texture. |
| 3 | Add vanilla and beat in small amounts of sugar and salt alternately. Pour in the vanilla extract and gradually add the sugar and salt, alternating between the two. Beat until the mixture is well combined and silky. |
| 4 | Pour into well-greased pan. Grease a baking pan generously to prevent sticking. Pour the creamy cheesecake batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. |
| 5 | Place cheesecake pan into another pan filled halfway with hot water. Create a water bath by placing the cheesecake pan into a larger pan filled halfway with hot water. This helps the cheesecake cook evenly and prevents cracking. |
| 6 | Bake in a preheated 325°F oven for 50 minutes. Transfer the pans to a preheated oven and bake for about 50 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set around the edges but slightly jiggly in the center. |
| 7 | Remove cheesecake from the oven before completely cooled. Let the cheesecake cool in the pan for a bit, then carefully remove it from the pan and transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. |
| 8 | Variation: Top with favorite fruit filling. For an extra burst of flavor, top the cheesecake with your favorite fruit filling such as cherry, pineapple, or apple. Get creative and customize it to your liking! |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 366.6
- Fat: 28.9g
- Saturated Fat: 17.4g
- Cholesterol: 188.9mg
- Sodium: 307.3mg
- Carbohydrates: 18.9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 17.1g
- Protein: 8.8g
Recipe Notes:
- Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature to ensure a smooth and creamy texture.
- Don’t overmix the batter once the eggs are added to avoid incorporating too much air, which can lead to cracks in the cheesecake.
- Use a water bath to prevent the cheesecake from cracking during baking.
- Allow the cheesecake to cool completely before slicing for clean, neat servings.
- Experiment with different fruit toppings to add variety to this classic dessert.
