Birthday Cake Cheesecake Recipe
A delicious cheesecake with a birthday cake flavor.
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Ingredients
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Cheesecake Base
Method
Preparation & Baking
- 1
Prepare the Springform Pan
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and set it aside.
- 2
Mix the Cream Cheese
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
- 3
Add Sugar and Sour Cream
Gradually add granulated sugar and sour cream to the cream cheese, mixing until well combined.
- 4
Incorporate Vanilla and Eggs
Add vanilla extract and mix. Then, add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- 5
Fold in Cake Mix
Gently fold in the funfetti or vanilla cake mix until just combined.
- 6
Bake the Cheesecake
Pour the cheesecake batter into the prepared springform pan and smooth the top. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
- 7
Cool and Chill
Turn off the oven, crack the door open, and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- 8
Serve
Remove the cheesecake from the springform pan and serve chilled. Optionally, top with whipped cream and sprinkles for a festive touch.
