Cherry Cheesecake Squarescheesecakes, desserts 2 cup graham cracker crumbs 1 cup sugar, divided 14 cup (1/2 stick) butter or 1 margarine, melted 3 pkg cream cheese, softened 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 eggs 1 can (20 oz) cherry pie- 1 filling Mix crumbs, 1/4 cup of the sugar and butter. Press into 13 x 9 inch baking pan. Bake at 325F for 10 minutes. Mix cream cheese, remaining 3/4 cup sugar and vanilla with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended. Add eggs; mix just until blended. Pour over crust. Bake at 325F for 35 minutes or until centre is almost set. Cool. Refrigerate 3 hours or overnight. Top with pie filling. Cut into squares. Garnish, if desired. Makes 18 servings. Prep time: 20 minutes plus refrigerating. Baking time: 35 minutes. ch |
