Classic Dessert Bliss: My Grandma’s Keebler Cheesecake Recipe:
Keebler Cheesecake Recipe:
Cheesecake Recipe is one of those classic dessert that has never gone out of style and brings back memories to the taste buds generation after generation. One of the things that separates this version from the rest is how easy and delicious it tastes, making their Keebler Cheesecake one classic treat which has more than a few families clamoring for. This recipe uses Keebler graham cracker crusts for a convenient and delicious dessert option. In this post, we check out an old recipe for Keebler Cheesecake crust and a made-from-scratch version that is considerably older than the other two.
How Keebler Cheesecake came to be:
Keebler Cheesecake Recipe:
Although this recipe isn’t as historically significant as a more traditional cheesecake, the Keebler Cheesecake is like having a classic dessert turned on its side. It uses a pre-made Keebler graham cracker crust, the quickest step in preparing cheesecake, and almost guarantees it will come out tasting great. One, as a high-quality baked goods brand that has risen to the level of convenience and taste in dessert prep. The large company has cornered the market on graham cracker crusts, functioning as a simple and reliable execution of nearly every home-cook’s cheesecake without having to form their own from scratch.
Keebler Cheesecake Ingredients:
Keebler Cheesecake Recipe:
For a traditional Keebler Cheesecake you’ll need these ingredients:
For the Crust:
Keebler Ready Crust Graham Cracker Pie crust (6 oz) — This store bought crust helps you save on time while providing consistently delicious cheesecake base.
For the Filling:
- 4 pkgs (8 oz each) cream cheese: You want to make sure that it is softened at room temperature so the cheesecake will be nice and creamy.
- 1 Cup Granulated Sugar: It sweetens up the filling and it offsets a little bit of tanginess from that cream cheese.
- 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract: Adds great flavor to the cheesecake.
- 4 large eggs: These serve as a binder and help create that velvety texture in the cheesecake.
- 1 cup of Sour cream — Gives a little extra richness and tang to the filling.
- 1 cup heavy cream — This is what gives the cheesecake that luxurious texture.
- For the Topping (Optional):
- 1 cup of fresh fruit (ex: berries, mangos or what you like): For a more natural and colorfull topping.
- Fruit preserves or jam — 1/4 cup: (Include brand type in rec if relevant and to pull fruit notes together + add some sweetness)
- Garnish: mint leaf, powdered sugar
How to make the Keebler Cheesecake:
Keebler Cheesecake Recipe:
1. Preheat the Oven:
Bake at 325°F (160°C) This will prevent your cheesecake from baking unevenly and setting properly.
2. Prepare the Crust:
Because we are using a pre -made Keebler graham cracker crust, there is no need to bake it or anything. Just put it off to the side while you get working on the filling.
3. Make the Filling:
Beating the Cream Cheese: In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until creamy. This will take around 2 minutes.
Cream Cheese: Mix the cream cheese until smooth in a large bowl. Beat in the granulated sugar and vanilla extract gradually, only beating 1-2 minutes or until combined well.
Add Eggs: Mix in eggs, one at a time until well incorporated This allows for the maximum eggs to get absorbed and therefore results in a smoother batter.
Add Sour Cream and Heavy Cream: next add the sour cream (or crème fraîche) and heavy cream into mixture – whipping until everything is well combined.
4. Bake the Cheesecake:
Step #5: Fill the Filling — Pour The Cheesecake filling Carefully into in to prepared Graham cracker crust. With a spatula, smooth the top of the filling.
Fill a larger baking dish with an inch of water and bake the cheesecake in that, or set buttered pan aside. This essentially creates a steamy atmosphere in the oven to bake the cheesecake nice and evenly.
Step 4: Place the cheesecake in preheated oven and let it bake for 50-60 minutes. Bake the cheesecake until its edges are set and the center is slightly runny. It will firm up as it cools.
Cool in the Oven: Turn off oven and leave cheesecake in for about 1 hour with door open a little. This is so the cheesecake will slowly come to room temperature and doesn’t crack.
Chill: When the cheesecake has cooled to room temperature, cover it and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight. This allows the flavors to combine and also helps your cheesecake set up properly.
5. Add Toppings and Serve:
Make the Topping: Cut fresh fruit to use as a topping if desired If using fruit preserves or jam it makes a nice glaze-just heat to pouring consistency.
Spread Fruit: When ready to serve, spread on top the fruit preserves or jam. Place fresh fruit on top in a unique pattern. Top with mint leaves or sprinkle powdered sugar, if desired.
Remove the cheesecake from the springform pan, transfer it to a cake platter and slice; you can use a sharp knife dusted with confectioners’ sugar or granulated white sugar (as if cutting biscuits) for cleaner slices. Serve chilled and enjoy!
How to Make the Perfect Keebler Cheesecake:
Keebler Cheesecake Recipe:
Cream Cheese and Eggs at Room Temp: let your cream cheese & eggs get to room temperature before mixing. This is for preventing unicorms and help a smoother filling.
Do not over stir: When you add to much air in your batter this can cause cracking. Mix until just combined.
Doneness: The cheesecake will have a slight wiggle in the center. It will keep thickening as it cools.
Cool Completely: Refrigerate the cheesecake until completely chilled, then slice and serve! This makes it set and develop the flavors.
