Ingredients
– 2 cups crushed graham crackers
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
– 4 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
– 4 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 2 cups fresh peaches, peeled and diced (or use canned peaches)
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
– 1 cup peach preserves
Equipment Needed
– 9-inch springform pan
– Mixing bowls
– Electric mixer
– Rubber spatula
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Baking sheet
– Parchment paper (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions
To kick off this delightful dessert, preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). First, I begin by preparing the crust. In a mixing bowl, I combine the crushed graham crackers, granulated sugar, and melted butter until it resembles wet sand. Then, I press this mixture firmly into the bottom of my springform pan and bake it for about 10 minutes until it’s slightly golden and aromatic. Let it cool while we whip up the filling. (See the next page below to continue steps…)