Easy Cheesecake with Chocolate Hearts
 
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If you need some inspiration for Valentine's Day, or simply want to make a treat for your sweetie, look no further than this easy cheesecake!
Serves: 8
Ingredients
FOR THE GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST:
  • 10 Graham Crackers, crushed
  • ¼ cup Confectioners Sugar
  • 6 tbsp. Butter, melted
  • ⅛ tsp. Salt
FOR THE CHEESECAKE:
  • 16 oz. Cream Cheese, room temperature
  • ⅔ cup Granulated Sugar
  • ½ tsp. Vanilla
  • 2 Eggs
  • 14 - 16 Dark Chocolate Hearts
  • About 30 Round Chocolate Candies
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350F.
  2. Mix all ingredients together for the crust in a large bowl. Once combined, gently press into a springform pan.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix together the cream cheese, sugar, vanilla, and eggs. Once combined and smooth, pour on top of the graham cracker crust.
  4. Set the springform pan on a baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes, cover with foil, and bake for an additional 15 minutes. The cheesecake will be done when the filling 1-inch from the edges is between 165F - 170F.
  5. Allow the cheesecake to cool to room temperature and then place in the refrigerator to set for at least 1 - 2 hours.
  6. Once you’re ready to consume, decorate with the chocolate candies, slice, and enjoy!
Recipe by Slice of Jess at https://sliceofjess.com/easy-cheesecake-with-chocolate-hearts/