MICROWAVED CHEESECAKE 
2 c. graham cracker crumbs
1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. butter
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
3 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese
5 eggs
1 c. sugar
1/2 tsp. vanilla
2 1/2 c. sour cream
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
1/3 c. sugar
Choice of fruit pie mixes for toppings (black cherry is a favorite at our house)

Combine crumbs, sugar, butter and cinnamon in a 9x13x2 inch Pyrex dish. Pat firmly onto bottom of dish. Cook in microwave on high for 2 minutes.

Beat cream cheese until smooth, stir in eggs, one at a time. Mix in sugar and vanilla. Pour onto crust. Microwave on high for 15 minutes, turning every 4 minutes.

Combine sour cream, sugar and vanilla. Blend well. Pour mixture over cheesecake. Return to microwave and cook on high for 1 minute, 15 seconds. Cool 15 minutes. Refrigerate for 3-4 hours before serving. If stored overnight, cover with clear wrap.

Serve with an assortment of pie fillings as toppings or cover with a filling just before serving. For special events, heat a topping and flambe with warm brandy.

This recipe can be made the night before and it travels well!

Since microwave ovens vary in power, you may need to adjust your cooking time.

 

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