Dessert for 12
Classic Cheesecake
A buttery graham crust holds a vanilla cream cheese filling that bakes gently and chills until firm.
Typical price
$4.14for 4 servings
$1.03 per serving$4.14 for 4
Typical price: Salefork's estimate of an everyday US shelf price for each ingredient. Pick your city to price it from this week's ad.
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- 350 minstart to table
- Involveddifficulty
- 12servings as written
- $typical cost tier
AmericanVegetarianKid-friendlyBudgetDesserts
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Crackers, graham, cookies$0.22/oz typical | 8 oz | $1.76Typical price |
| Butter$0.40/oz typical | 5.25 oz | $2.13Typical price |
| Cream cheese$0.30/oz typical | 24 oz | $7.20Typical price |
| Eggs$0.30 each typical | 3 | $0.90Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $12.42 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Sugar and brown sugarCornstarch, vanilla, yeast, cocoa
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 2/3 cup melted unsalted butter
- 3 packages (8 oz) cream cheese
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
Steps
- Heat the oven to 350 F and press the crumbs, sugar, and melted butter into a 9-inch springform pan.
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then let it cool slightly.
- Beat the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla in a large bowl until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time until just combined.
- Pour the filling over the crust and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, until the center is nearly set and the eggs are firm.
- Cool the cheesecake for 1 hour, then chill it for at least 4 hours before slicing.
Swaps
- Butter for Margarine and vegan butterabout $0.15/oz less at typical prices
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