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Easy Christmas Cheesecake

This creamy, no-fuss Christmas cheesecake is the ultimate holiday dessert. With a buttery graham cracker crust, a smooth cream cheese filling, and a festive topping of whipped cream and holiday sprinkles, it’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Make it ahead and wow your guests without the stress!

Ingredients

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For the Crust

2 cups graham cracker crumbs (or gluten-free substitute)

½ cup unsalted butter, melted

2 tbsp granulated sugar

For the Cheesecake Filling

24 oz cream cheese, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

1 cup sour cream

3 large eggs

2 tsp vanilla extract

1 tbsp all-purpose flour (optional, for stability)

For the Topping

1 cup whipped cream

Holiday sprinkles, crushed candy canes, or white chocolate curls

Instructions

Make the crust: Mix graham crumbs, butter, and sugar. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 8 minutes. Cool.

Make filling: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add sour cream, eggs (one at a time), vanilla, and flour. Mix until just combined.

Bake: Pour filling over crust. Bake at 325°F for 55–65 minutes, until the center is slightly jiggly.

Cool: Turn off oven, crack the door, and let cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour. Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.

Decorate: Top with whipped cream and sprinkles or crushed candy canes just before serving.

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