Christmas Cheesecake

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 32 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 tbsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 cup cranberry sauce
• 1/4 cup water

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a mixing bowl, stir together graham cracker crumbs and sugar. Add melted butter and mix until combined.
3. Press mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan and bake for 10 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool.
4. In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add sugar and cornstarch and beat until well combined.
5. Add eggs one at a time, beating after each addition.
6. Stir in heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt until well mixed.
7. Spread cheesecake filling over crust and bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until set.
8. Remove from oven and let cool for 30 minutes. Cover and chill in the fridge for at least 6 hours or overnight.
9. In a small saucepan, heat cranberry sauce and water over medium heat until smooth.
10. Remove from heat and let cool.
11. Drizzle cranberry sauce over cheesecake. Slice and serve.

Verdict:

This Christmas cheesecake is the perfect dessert to impress your guests. Creamy and tangy, it pairs perfectly with the sweetness of the cranberry sauce.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve with a dollop of whipped cream and garnish with fresh cranberries. Enjoy with a cup of hot cocoa or coffee.