Amaretto Cheesecake Delightful and Creamy Recipe

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 4 packages cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon almond extract
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 0.5 cup chopped toasted almonds (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
2. In a medium bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 1 tablespoon of sugar until well combined.
3. Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form a crust. Bake for 10 minutes, then let cool while preparing the filling.
4. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and 1 cup of sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
5. Add the vanilla extract and almond extract, mixing until combined.
6. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix until the mixture is smooth.
7. Add the sour cream and cornstarch, continuing to mix just until everything is combined. Avoid overmixing.
8. Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the edges are set, but the center still has a slight jiggle.
10. Turn off the oven, crack the oven door, and let the cheesecake sit in the oven for an additional hour to cool gradually.
11. Remove from the oven and cool completely at room temperature before refrigerating for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
12. Before serving, top the cheesecake with chopped toasted almonds for added crunch and flavor.