Description

Indulge in a delightful Birthday Cheesecake that’s perfect for any celebration! This rich and creamy cheesecake features a classic New York-style base topped with colorful rainbow jimmies, making it a visually stunning treat. Each slice melts in your mouth, combining the luscious flavors of cream cheese and sour cream. Simple to make, this recipe is ideal for novice bakers and yields twelve servings, ensuring there’s plenty to share at birthdays, anniversaries, or just because. Impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings with this festive dessert!

Ingredients

Scale

1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
⅓ cup unsalted butter (melted)
32 ounces cream cheese (softened)
1 ¼ cups granulated sugar
½ cup sour cream
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
5 large eggs (room temperature)
½ cup rainbow jimmies
Whipped cream for topping

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F.
Combine graham cracker crumbs and sugar; mix with melted butter and press into the bottom of a springform pan.
Beat softened cream cheese until smooth; gradually add sugar, then mix in sour cream and vanilla.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Fold in rainbow jimmies gently.
Pour filling over crust and bake for about 60 minutes until set but slightly jiggly.
Cool completely at room temperature before refrigerating for at least four hours or overnight. Top with whipped cream before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (102g)
Calories: 349
Sugar: 25g
Sodium: 212mg
Fat: 23g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 96mg

Keywords: For added flavor variations, consider incorporating lemon zest or chocolate chips into the batter. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the smoothest batter. Use a water bath during baking to prevent cracks in your cheesecake.