Ingredients
– 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
– ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
– 2 cups cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup powdered sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup heavy whipping cream
– 1 can (20 oz) cherry pie filling
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowls
– Electric mixer or whisk
– 9-inch springform pan
– Spatula
– Measuring cups and spoons
Step-by-Step Instructions
First, let’s start by making the crust. In a mixing bowl, I combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand. Once that’s done, I press it firmly into the bottom of the springform pan. This step is super important because a good foundation makes for a great cheesecake. After the crust is set, I pop it in the fridge to chill for about 10 to 15 minutes while I prepare the filling. (See the next page below to continue steps…)