Ma Joan’s Cheesecake
Ma Joan’s cheesecake is the recipes of Miss Becky’s mother. It is a well-loved recipe that Becky and her sisters have been making for years.
What Is Ma Joan’s Cheesecake
Ma Joan’s Cheesecake is a nice rich, creamy dessert that has won the hearts of many for its indulgent flavor and smooth texture. Typically made from a blend of cream cheese, sugar, eggs, and vanilla, the filling of a cheesecake is velvety and thick. It offers a perfect balance of sweetness and tang. The base, often made from crushed graham crackers or biscuit crumbs, is buttery and slightly crunchy. It provides a delightful contrast to the creamy filling.
The beauty of cheesecake lies in its versatility. It can be served plain, allowing the rich flavor of the cream cheese to shine. It can also be adorned with a variety of toppings. Fresh fruit like strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries add a bright, tangy contrast, while caramel, chocolate, or fruit sauces can provide a deeper, sweeter dimension. For those who enjoy a more complex flavor, cheesecake can even be infused with spices like cinnamon or coffee, or include additions like nuts, toffee, or swirls of fruit preserves.
Styles of Cheesecake
Cheesecake comes in a variety of styles, with New York-style cheesecake being one of the most popular. Known for its dense and firm texture, it often uses sour cream to give it a slight tang. Another variation is the no-bake cheesecake, which requires refrigeration rather than baking and has a lighter, fluffier texture.
This dessert has become a staple for special occasions such as birthdays, holidays, and celebrations. It’s also a treat that can be enjoyed on any day. Whether you prefer a classic slice or a creative twist with unique flavors, cheesecake’s versatility and richness make it a universally adored dessert.
Ma Joan’s Cheesecake
Equipment
- 1 Springform Pan
Ingredients
- CRUST
- 15 Graham Crackers Whole Cracker not separated
- 1/2 Cup Butter Melted
- 2 Tbl Sugar
- FILLING
- 2 8 Ounce Packages Cream Cheese
- 1/2 Cup Sugar
- 2 Eggs
- 1 Tsp Vanilla Extract
- TOPPING
- 1 Cup Sour Cream
- 2 Tbl Sugar
- 1 Tsp Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Crush graham crackers very fine in a plastic bag.
- Add melted butter and sugar to the graham crackers and mix together.
- When fully combined, press mixture into the bottom of the springform pan and set aside.
- For the filling, mix together cream cheese and sugar. Add eggs one at a time with vanilla extract. Cream them together well.
- Add on top of the graham cracker mixture in the springform pan and bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes at 375F. Remove and let cool for 20 minutes. Don't let it fully cool as topping may not adhere to it. After you remove ot from the oven, increase the temperature to 425F.
- Mix sour cream, sugar and vanilla extract together until fully combined for the topping. After filling cools for 20 minutes, add topping.
- Spread topping over the filling evenly and put into a preheated 425F. oven for 10 minutes. Remove and refrigerate overnight.
You had me at “buttery and crunchy!” Ma Joan’s cheesecake is a winner!
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