The Easiest Cream Cheese Cake Recipe

 Introduction

There’s something truly special about a cake that is both simple to make and elegant enough to impress. The cream cheese cake is one of those desserts—smooth, tangy, creamy, and perfectly balanced in sweetness. What makes this recipe stand out is its simplicity. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal effort, you can create a cake that tastes like it came straight from a bakery. This cake is perfect for afternoon tea, family gatherings, or as a celebratory treat.

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Ingredients

For the filling:

250g (8 oz) cream cheese, softened

100g (½ cup) sugar

3 large eggs

1 tsp vanilla extract

200ml (¾ cup + 2 tbsp) heavy cream

2 tbsp cornstarch

Zest of 1 lemon (optional, for freshness)

Pinch of salt

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For the base (optional):

150g digestive biscuits or graham crackers, crushed

70g melted butter

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the base (optional)

Crush the biscuits into fine crumbs.

Mix with melted butter until it resembles wet sand.

Press firmly into the bottom of a springform pan lined with parchment paper. Chill while preparing the filling.

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Step 2: Make the filling

Beat cream cheese in a large bowl until smooth and creamy.

Add sugar and continue mixing until fluffy.

Add eggs, one at a time, mixing gently after each addition.

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Stir in vanilla extract, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt.

Mix in heavy cream and cornstarch until smooth and lump-free.

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Step 3: Bake

Preheat oven to 160°C (320°F).

Pour filling over the chilled crust (or into a lined pan if making without crust).

Place the pan into a larger baking tray and pour hot water halfway up the sides (water bath method) to ensure even baking.dense and rich version, and now we celebrate this easiest cream cheese cake—a simplified, quick version that anyone can master at home.

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Formation of the Cake

This cake achieves its perfect texture through a balance of three elements:

Creamy base: Smooth cream cheese as the star.

Supporting structure: Eggs and cornstarch provide stability.

Finishing touch: Vanilla and lemon zest add depth and brightness.

Conclusion

This cream cheese cake proves that elegance doesn’t have to be complicated. With its creamy texture, subtle tang, and bakery-worthy appearance, it’s a dessert that turns ordinary afternoons into something memorable.

Who Will Love This Recipe

Dessert lovers: Those who enjoy soft, creamy, melt-in-your-mouth treats.

Tea-time enthusiasts: Perfect for afternoon tea or casual gatherings.

Home bakers: Simple enough for first-time bakers, yet satisfying for cheesecake connoisseurs.

Celebration bakers: Elegant enough for birthdays, holidays, or special occasions.