Frankenstein Cheesecake
Frankenstein Cheesecake is a whimsical dessert that combines creamy cheesecake with vibrant green and purple swirls, making it perfect for Halloween celebrations or any fun occasion. This playful treat not only pleases the eyes but also delivers a deliciously rich flavor that will delight your friends and family. With easy preparation steps, you can create a spooky centerpiece that’s sure to be the talk of the party.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups crushed graham crackers
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 32 oz cream cheese (4 packages, 8 oz each)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Green and purple food coloring (a few drops each)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine crushed graham crackers and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Beat together cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Mix in sour cream until combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract, mixing until incorporated.
- Divide batter into two bowls; color one green and the other purple.
- Pour alternating spoonfuls of each colored batter into the crust to create a marbled effect.
- Bake for about 60 minutes or until slightly jiggly in the center. Turn off oven and leave cheesecake inside for an additional hour before cooling on a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg