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A slice of creamy cheesecake with a graham cracker crust and crumb topping, perfect for make-ahead Thanksgiving desserts.

Make-Ahead Thanksgiving Desserts

Prepare these desserts ahead of time to simplify your Thanksgiving meal planning.
Temps de préparation 30 minutes
Temps de cuisson 45 minutes
Chilling Time 2 heures
Temps total 3 heures 15 minutes
Portions: 8 people
Type de plat: Dessert, Thanksgiving
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingrédients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 0.5 cup melted butter
  • 0.25 cup sugar
For the Filling
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • 0.75 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 eggs

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking dish

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl. Press the mixture into a baking dish to form the crust.
  3. Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Pour the filling over the crust. Bake for 45 minutes or until set.
  5. Let the dessert cool, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtéines: 5gFat: 24gLipides saturés: 14gCholéstérol: 100mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 100mgFibre: 1gSucre: 25gVitamine A: 20IUCalcium: 6mgFer: 1mg

Notes

You can top this dessert with whipped cream or fruit before serving.

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