Servings: 8 people
Calories: 210kcal
Cost: $10
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Electric Mixer
- Rubber Spatula
- 9-inch Pie Pan
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 8 oz Cool Whip
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 pre-made graham cracker crust
Instructions
- If using a homemade crust, mix crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and sugar, then press into the bottom of a 9-inch pie pan and refrigerate.
- Ensure cream cheese is softened to room temperature.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth and fluffy.
- Add vanilla extract and any variations like sour cream or lemon juice, and mix until fully incorporated.
- Gently fold in the Cool Whip with a rubber spatula until no white streaks remain.
- Pour filling into the prepared crust and spread evenly.
- Chill the cheesecake in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours (overnight is best).
- Before serving, add desired toppings like fresh fruit, chocolate sauce, or whipped cream.
Notes
You can customize this cheesecake with various flavors; try adding cocoa powder for chocolate, lemon juice for a citrus twist, or crushed fruit for a fruity version.
Nutrition
Calories: 210kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 60mg | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 4IU | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 1mg
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