Cream Cheese Cake Recipe
Ingredients:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
Optional: 1/4 cup milk (for a smoother batter)
For the Crust (optional):
1 1/2 cups crushed graham crackers
1/4 cup melted butter
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Crust (if using):
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
Mix the crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl until evenly combined.
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×9-inch baking dish. Set aside.
2. Make the Cream Cheese Mixture:
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
Add the vegetable oil and sugar, and continue mixing until light and fluffy.
3. Add Wet Ingredients:
Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next.
Mix in the vanilla extract.
4. Incorporate Dry Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the cream cheese mixture, folding gently until well combined.
If the batter is too thick, stir in the optional milk to achieve a smoother consistency.
5. Assemble and Bake:
If using the crust, pour the batter evenly over the prepared graham cracker base. If not, pour the batter directly into a greased or lined baking dish.
Smooth the top with a spatula.
6. Bake:
Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Cool and Serve:
Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.
Serve plain, or top with caramel, whipped cream, or fruit for added flavo
r.
Enjoy this creamy, rich, and delicious cream cheese cake! Perfect for any occasion!
