This Vanilla Cheesecake Recipe made with an almond flour crust is a classic favorite that is delicious all by itself or topped with a myriad of delectable toppings.

Vanilla Cheesecake Recipe

Is it just me or did the name “cheesecake” throw anyone else off? For a long time, when I was young, I remember not caring to try cheesecake because I just didn’t like the way it sounded. Back then, when I thought of cheesecake, cream cheese didn’t occur to me, but instead other cheeses, like cheddar or Swiss. The thought of that in a cake? Not so much. Come to think of it, there are other really good foods with with not so good names. Doughnuts, for example. What do nuts have to do with it? How about hot dogs? Disturbing. Consider aspic? Or not. Black eyed peas? For goodness sakes. Then there’s red eye gravy or sawmill gravy. Neither of which sound the least bit appealing.

Thankfully, eventually I learned that names don’t necessarily do anyone or anything justice. Especially cheesecake. Just think if we missed out on the rich, creamy deliciousness that is cheesecake because of the name? That would be very sad. Very sad, indeed. Still, I think “creamilicious pie” or something of the sort would be much better.

Despite the name, cheesecake should not be missed. This traditional Vanilla Cheesecake Recipe made with an almond crust is a classic favorite. The filling comes together very easily. Mix together cream cheese, sugar, vanilla, ground cinnamon, eggs and heavy cream until smooth. Transfer to a springform pan and bake until set, but ever so slightly jiggly in the center. Let cool. Leave in pan, cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours before serving. Top with a simple Roasted Strawberry Sauce, fresh berries, caramel or chocolate syrup for a dessert that everyone will enjoy all throughout the year. (And for another delicious cheesecake recipe, check out this Instant Pot Oreo Cheesecake recipe from My Baking Addiction.)

Vanilla Cheesecake Recipe

Originally published  April 25, 2015.