Here’s a super easy and delicious cream cheese cake recipe that uses minimal ingredients and effort — perfect for beginners or when you’re short on time!
The Easiest Cream Cheese Cake Recipe
Ingredients:
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2 (8 oz) packages of cream cheese, softened
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 ready-made graham cracker pie crust (9-inch)
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Optional: fruit topping (cherry, blueberry, etc.)
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
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Make the filling:
In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and mix well. Add eggs one at a time, beating after each. Stir in vanilla. -
Assemble:
Pour the cream cheese mixture into the graham cracker crust and smooth the top with a spatula. -
Bake:
Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the center is set (it might still jiggle slightly). Let it cool to room temperature. -
Chill:
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours (overnight is best). -
Top and serve:
Add your favorite fruit topping or serve plain. Slice and enjoy!