How to make cheesecake (With already made pie crust)

In this video, I will be showing you how to make a very simple and easy cheesecake. I added my own twist by making a chocolate swirl and blueberry cheesecakes.
Ingredients
2 packages (250 g each) Regular or Light Philadelphia Brick Cream Cheese, softened (or in-store brand works great too!)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 tsp. vanilla
2 eggs
1 ready-to-use graham cracker crumb crust (9-inch)
1 can (19 oz/540 mL) cherry or blueberry pie filling (optional)
Chocolate Syrup (optional)
Lemon Juice (Optional)
Bake the cheesecake at 325 for forty minutes, or until filling is set.

[@jazminrocha9816]

Honestly I was looking for the recipe for a cheesecake and every other video wanted me to make my own crust and I'm glad I found this vid:)

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Glad that I could help, Jazmin. :)

[@Mr.Salty.]

jazmin rocha come on crust takes 4 minutes to prep 15 minutes in oven it’s way better. Don’t be lazy.

[@precioushottiz4u]

Im so happy i found this, lookd at sooo many bt thy askd fr condensed milk, make the crust,etc... and then YOURs popped up and i was ecstatic...thank you...cookn now fr my xmas 2020 fam togthrness

[@lancinekeita4823]

to be honest. Store bought crust is fine, it's literally the same shit. Graham Crackers n all that. Unless you want a hint of a certain flavor or whatever.. don't make your own crust

[@armanijohn932]

you probably dont care but if you guys are stoned like me during the covid times then you can watch all the new movies and series on InstaFlixxer. Have been watching with my gf recently =)

[@nackelbrown9550]

Been using this recipe since last year and it hasn't failed me yet. This cake is my "go to" holiday dessert. Thanks for sharing!

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

No problem Nackel! Merry Christmas!

[@zeldabloom3582]

Thank you for a clear & concise demonstration. I really appreciate that you cut to the chase without some tedious back story that seems to accompany so many videos. 😊❤️

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

You're welcome, Zelda! Thanks for watching.

[@ladyting05]

Yes thank you

[@emm8588]

Yay thank you this is the perfect recipe my dad is a hugeee cheesecake lover and he said that this is one of the best recipes THANK YOU!! 😊

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Your welcome Michelle, glad your dad enjoyed it!

[@lymmontijo87]

I made this recipe today and it turned out amazing. Thanks so much!

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

I'm glad your cheesecake came out well! :)

[@aviiialeman5439]

I always come back and look for this recipe!

[@kaywilson4304]

I was here to years ago made this its was amazing and im back again . This recipe is so simple easy to follow. You rock !!

[@browngirl9329]

3rd time making cheesecake with your recipe!!! Girl! Each time is better than the last❤️ Such a quick and easy recipe! Thank you! :)

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

You're welcome! :)

[@NatashaOllivierre]

I found this recipe last year and I so love it I have to save was looking for it and thought I lost my favorite cheese cake recipe,I really love this straight to the point and tastes great

[@TyG2k9]

I usually make no-bake cheesecakes, but I've also made real ones as well. But I HATE making the crust. I'm so glad I saw this video. I have so many people wanting cheesecakes (my side hustle outside of work), that using pre-made crust will definitely be a time saver for me. Thanks

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Demonic Sinn Hi Demonic, thanks for watching. I am glad you enjoyed the video, I love this recipe myself. It is definitely a time saver with purchasing the crust already made and it taste just as good!

[@myfaithlove9393]

Demonic Sinn yes Same Here All The Video Start with Make the Graham I was so annoying and disappointed till I saw this video thank you so much

[@myfaithlove9393]

Demonic Sin

[@myfaithlove9393]

Demonic Sinn yes Right

[@agnestamarion9259]

I made this tonight, I did melt some dark chocolate and did kind of marble cheesecake, reduced the sugar a bit…it was excellent, hubby enjoyed it. Thank you 😋😋😋😋😋

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

You're welcome.

[@eleanorwilliams769]

Thank you so much for this, I love baking so much that I do it once a week, twice if I’m feeling really good. Sometimes I don’t always have the time to do everything from scratch, so this time I cheated. The raspberry cheesecake is for my mother’s birthday today. I am making a point to make her favorite cheesecake. Hope she likes it. As for me everyday can be a golden girls day! Me and three of my friends at work love Cheesecake, Golden Girls, and solving problems over food with each other.

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Hi Ed, you can never go wrong with this recipe! I have never tried making a raspberry cheesecake, but it sounds delicious. I am sure your mother will love it! What I love about cheesecake is your options are endless on how you want to customize it, that is where the real fun comes in. Good luck with your raspberry cheesecake and thanks for watching!

[@eleanorwilliams769]

Samantha Brown I just used the raspberries to garnish it. I asked my mother if she wanted them fresh or if she wanted them mixed into the cake and she said she preferred fresh so I did it that way. She said that was best cake she had in a long time. My sister bought a cake and gave it to her on her birthday Saturday, I would have brought her cake to her then as well but I was so tired and drained from work Thursday, working the night shift really messes with your sleep pattern and a lot of us are having trouble with our sleep schedules, that I laid down at three on Saturday afternoon and didn’t wake up till 6:00 in the evening. So I texted mom telling her she would get her cake from me on Sunday.

[@Chloe-gl3kw]

Great recipe had my 3 yr old twins help me wit it. Quick affordable n easy n yummy!!!!

[@Proverbs31made]

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[@scottyflamingo1413]

Thank you. As a fellow Canadian Wal-Mart shopper buying redi-made pie crusts, you are a great inspiration. As home for co-vid 19, I felt I wanted to try something in the kitchen and this will be it. You are real and genuine, using the same tools and tech most normal people have - you don't have one of these "TV chef" style kitchens with zillion dollar tech. Lol. So it's same as what I got and will be doing. Fantastic recommendation on the chocolate swirls. I have seen that on some cheesecakes and had no idea that's how they did it. Amazing! Thank you. I'll let you know how mine turned out. :)

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Hi Scotty, thanks so much for the comment! I know cheesecake is a favourite dessert for many, and I wanted to share this one with people like yourself. I am definitely no TV baking/cooking chef (and will never be), but I enjoy sharing recipes that I make in my kitchen. The swirls honestly look awesome, and is so easy to do! Yes, please let me know how your cheesecakes turn out. Happy baking!

[@JanetBruno-d3h]

i did this over the weekend, i used white sugar it was delicious I just put fresh fruit on top. Going to make with brown sugar next! Thank you it is so easy Thank you!

[@SALMONIOD]

Just made this Cheesecake for the second time, love this recipe. Thanks Samantha for sharing

[@leslierentas3680]

I soooo love this recipe. My son & mom love strawberry cheesecake so this recipe is made 2-3 times a month. Thank you!!

[@Kivamusicchannel]

I love your recipe. I alter my cheesecakes but I always use your as a starting reference because you get to the point. I am so thankful for this video.

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Thanks, Kamen.

[@xgene7796]

My mom bought these premade cheesecake crusts and I was wondering how to use them. Thank you so much! Super helpful

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

You're welcome! :)

[@noname-mu6kn]

Wdym wonder how?? It’s just crust

[@berniesandals6483]

This is by far the easiest recipe on KZbin, thank you for not making me make my own crust and saving me steps

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Hi Bernie, you are most welcome! Thanks for watching. ☺️

[@deannabutler113]

❤ thank you this is really good! I’ve never used brown sugar but I will definitely use it from now on! great recipe. Thanks for sharing.

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

You’re welcome. :)

[@elizabethcoleman999]

Made this for my church picnic and it was a hit, I used fresh strawberries and strawberry glaze for topping. Thank you much !

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Hi Elizabeth, I am so glad to hear that your cheesecake was a hit! Loved the fact that you added fresh strawberries on top! You are very welcome! :)

[@precioushottiz4u]

Im so happy i found this, lookd at sooo many bt thy askd fr condensed milk, make the crust,etc... and then YOURs popped up and i was ecstatic...thank you...cookn now fr my xmas 2020 fam togthrness

[@ModrnWarfare]

I come back to this video whenever I want a cheesecake, hope you’re doing well

[@ModrnWarfare]

I just realised I wrote this comment two years ago as well haha

[@rockyblades4506]

Let me just say... I was 2+years late,,,, but this recipe is soooo good, sorry to say I will never change it!!! Thank you so so much! God Bless You and your Family

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Glad you like this recipe!

[@sabrinawhiting5140]

I'm actually doing it right now for my hubby strawberry cheesecake is his favorite

[@tamika8053]

How was it

[@Winnyfruits]

I'm going to try this right now! Wish me luck!! Great video!

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Good luck Jnl! :)

[@Winnyfruits]

Thank you! It turned out Amazing. I actually just made another one yesterday!

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Your welcome, glad to hear the baking went well! :)

[@adribooksnchill5841]

I followed your recipe and it was BOMB thanks girl!

[@shannon11123]

Love this recipe, make it for my apartment manager all the time! Of course I have to make one for myself as well when I do! Super easy, saved in my favorites!

[@pinkpastelhearts]

aww cute canadian fairies sneezing bless you ❤️ i love my cheesecake with strawberry swirl in it, i cant wait to make this ❤️

[@pokeasgard9148]

Shout out to great value

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Hi Bryan, I find the great value pie crust to be much better than the name brand one. And you can never go wrong with the price!

[@janetjohnson6216]

Thank you for this delicious easy recipe 🙂🍮🥧

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

You're welcome.

[@annabelortiz06]

I just wrote down what i need and i will be heading over to the store right now and i will do it, i have 3 daughters and a husband that love cheesecakes and well then let do dis 😊 i will let you know how it tirn out. Thank you

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

You're welcome. :)

[@jessieayala2970]

This Thursday is my daughter birthday am going to make her one thank you for sharing am on a budget

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

You are very welcome, Jessie!

[@sassyr6777]

Thank you for showing each ingredients and making this video I'm definitely making a cheesecake this weekend.

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Thanks, for watching. I trust your cheesecake came out well. :)

[@shamekiajohnson7247]

I Made these cheese cakes For my Family and they so feel in love with! It was so loved Thank you For Sharing 💜💜

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Hi Shamekia, I'm happy to hear the cheesecakes came out well and that your family loved them! This dessert is definitely a crowd pleaser! 😊

[@shamekiajohnson7247]

Yes it is a Crowd pleaser Thank you!💜💜

[@dillonbenham1]

Hahahah they was being nice thus shit is nasty

[@dcpsyclone1979]

Thank you so much for posting this Samantha. Your direction in describing the steps is excellent and the result looks fantastic. I also use store brand products in my cooking. They're inexpensive and their quality is fine. I will be making these for the holidays. Again, thank you so much for sharing and I hope you & your family have a wonderful holiday season!

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Hi. D.R., thanks so much for watching! I am so glad to hear that you found my video very helpful. Yes, most in-store products are great for cooking and baking. Good luck with your cheesecakes, and thank you for the wish. Happy Holidays to you too!

[@debrajenkins9608]

I forgot how to make the cheese cake. Its been YEARS. THANK YOU FOR SHARING! 😁😍😷

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Hi Debra, you are most welcome. :)

[@WBouma]

Thanks so much. Need to make a quick gluten free cheesecake for my daughter for Thanksgiving tomorrow. Really appreciate your easy to follow instructions with a beautiful end result. Can’t wait to make this today!

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Hello, you are most welcome! Thanks for watching, and good your with your cheesecake! Happy Thanksgiving. :)

[@spiritualgangstergodess5015]

I made this recipe. I could tell from the batter it was on point. Very simple and easy yet very good! Thank you

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

You’re welcome.

[@marshagill1542]

I made one for a neighbor and one for my husband and me. So extremely good!!!! Will be making another next week. Thank you 😊💓

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

You're welcome. :)

[@marshagill1542]

@@SamanthaBrown2010 ❤

[@dmo7878]

I just tried this recipe and just added a little bit of heavy cream and was heaven! Thank you for this video!!

[@adrimills3638]

every year I come back to this video to make my cheese cake thank you (:

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

You're welcome.

[@markcuellar9013]

I made this for my boyfriend but in mini crusts and he frikkin loved them, thanks Sam, this video was super helpful 😁👌💓

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Hi Mark! I am glad you found this video helpful and that your mini cheesecakes were a hit! Thanks for watching and you are most welcome!

[@ModrnWarfare]

I always come to this video when I make a cheesecake, thanks again

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

you're welcome.

[@agape72]

I saw this video, made one change, put a pinch of sea salt in the mix, and oh wow, tasted better than store bought...!!!!!!... Thank you for the brown sugar part, I used turbinado cane sugar instead of packed brown sugar... I can't wait to see your other videos!!!♡ you are amazing!

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Awesome! Enjoy, Dana! :)

[@neepac6344]

Hi Samantha! As a beginner cook, I had a craving for cheesecake and your recipe was so easy to follow! The ingredient list wasn't overwhelming at all, and the results turned out great. I made a chocolate chip cheesecake, and after a successful batch, I am now trying to make a raspberry cheesecake. Thank you again for the great video!

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Hi Neepa, i'm so glad to hear that your chocolate chip cheesecake came out well! This is recipe is so simple and very straightforward to follow. Yum, raspberry cheesecake sounds awesome. Happy baking :)

[@miketrush4028]

Nice recipe thank you!! Looks delicious

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

You're welcome. :)

[@VueSandie]

I’m using this for thanksgiving sweets! Thank you!

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

You're welcome.

[@alexis5890]

I’ve been using this recipe and it came out perfect! 😋

[@Hi.Me106]

Just for one cheesecake o bake for 20 minutes or

[@dickeydolma8921]

Turned out great

[@GemNini]

gurl my cheesecake came out great. thanks a lot

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Your welcome Quidera, Happy New Year!

[@towandasimmons7978]

OMG thank you so much Lord have mercy I finally got it right using your technique thank you so so much I'm in heaven right now ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️😎😍♥️ I will be using your recipe

[@towandasimmons7978]

Love the instructions you give so simple can't wait to see what desert you make next God bless you and happy holidays to you and your family ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️😎😍

[@towandasimmons7978]

I need to know how to make a peach cobbler also if you could help me with that I would greatly appreciate it much love and blessings ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️😍 😎

[@lisediacuevas7417]

Super easy and it’s tastes amazing! Thank you for sharing this recipe. This is the only recipe I use to make my cheesecakes. 😋😋💖💖

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

You're welcome. 😊

[@cindyrotermund4006]

thanks! was trying to find out if i could use my store bought graham cracker crusts with my regular cheesecake recipe....looks like it should work out fine!

[@20Eclipse03]

To this day, i still use this as my go cheesecake

[@malish095]

Thank you so much for sharing a quick and easy recipe.

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

You’re welcome! :)

[@malish095]

Samantha Brown i did it the other day and everyone loved it!!! Thank you

[@marymoore5404]

I'm going to try that for Thanksgiving thank you so much for the recipe

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

You are welcome! Happy Thanksgiving!

[@hthor1825]

Thank you for sharing your recipe! I made it and came out so good. I will be making it again.

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

You're welcome. Glad your cheesecake came out well!

[@a.v.-anthoula2600]

Hi! I just followed your recipe and the cheesecake is baking! Thank you for the step by step instructions. I appreciated that. The kitchen is smelling delicious. Thanks again!

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

You’re welcome!

[@tiffanybrown9848]

Did you use brown sugar or white? I'm not sure which one I want to use...

[@a.v.-anthoula2600]

@@tiffanybrown9848 Hi, it’s been so long now but if I remember, I used white sugar as I think the recipe was written. Brown sugar would have been great also.

[@luzmartinez6378]

Tried it out delicious and simple thank u so much for the recipe yum yum

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Luz Martinez you’re welcome! :)

[@dmariogatlin9376]

Magically delicious recipe 🤞🏽👌🏽..

[@tone3572]

Wow that was awesome now I need a carrot cake tutorial

[@penguin0171]

Great video! I enjoyed making these for my family!

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

+penguin0171 Thank you! I am sure your family will love them! :)

[@penguin0171]

Samantha Brown Yes they did! They really enjoyed the chocolate swirl one I made! Thank you so much! :D

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

+penguin0171 Your welcome!

[@ludwigheller8281]

Thank you, Great video on the cheese cake will try it this weekend for my family, will let you know how things turn out.

[@EmilyBeaulieu]

Exactly what I was looking for thanx a bunch.... : ) Nce and simple!!! : ) : )

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

+Emily Beaulieu Your welcome. Happy Baking :)

[@whoislouise1750]

Thank you so much this is exactly what I needed! It came out fantastic :)

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

You're welcome. So glad to hear that your cheesecake came out well.

[@stephaniegodfrey3955]

Really Happy I found this recipe!!! Thank you so much

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Your welcome Stephanie!

[@RandtMurf]

Bless you, Mom!

[@kharahJay]

Am going to make this today. Pray for me!

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Will do! Good luck.

[@jayebrasi]

I'm 14 and just made my first cheesecake with your video it turned out great 😊

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Awesome!

[@fatimahdez6368]

im making this cheesecake tomorrow this video was very much helpful

[@tomatoandsoulsoup]

Thank goodness 🎉 I found this again 😅

[@LetThereBeRock91]

I bake it in a water bath with your recipe + sour cream. Perfect cheesecake!! Thank you.

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Rustic Bobber you are welcome!

[@lizbeth.gonzalez]

How much sour cream do you add?

[@taecooksey6326]

How much sour cream do you use?

[@sherryrayford6625]

I just tried your recipe. It was really simple and fast.💞

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Hi Sherry, I’m so glad to hear that you have tried out my recipe! I hope your cheesecake came out amazing! Thanks for watching. :)

[@sheldonjourden3728]

I used your recipe it was delicious I stop buying cheesecake at grocery stores

[@demolilzell]

omg thank you so much this my first time making this ...

[@shaunaobrien3826]

Thanks love looks amazing

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

You're welcome.

[@stephenfitzgerald8779]

Thanks for sharing this recipe. I wanted to make something for the weekend that would be easy and delicious. I can see your cream cheese pies will fit the bill!

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Hi Stephen - you are most welcome. You can never go wrong with these recipes! Thanks for watching. :)

[@leticiacobian5976]

Looks like 👍 Yummm 😋

[@malikamckenzie7601]

i just made it for the first time came out great:)

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

I'm glad to hear that your cheesecake came out great!

[@jehome]

This's so amazing, easy and simple to prepare. Great share

[@tanyamottley9780]

My go to recipe 😋. Thank you

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

You're welcome.

[@elainearchibald6687]

Delicious and pretty as well! Thanks for sharing!! :)

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

You're welcome!

[@alicia222.]

best easy recipe yet gonna do this for Thanksgiving this year ❤️

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Good luck!

[@lisaalbarranquesada8524]

Finally a good easy recipe!

[@افقالحجاز-ف2ل]

Thank you so much for your so nice show 👍🌹👍🌹👍🌹👍🌹👍🌹

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

You're welcome :)

[@starblazd]

Hi Samantha! Just a quick question I didn’t see on the comments, if we only cook 1, what temperature do you suggest? Love your recipe!

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

I wrote everything that you need to know in the description box. Bake the cheesecake at 325 for forty minutes, or until filling is set.

[@mariabrown8015]

Great video. I'm sure it's absolutely delicious! I'm going to make a "turtle" cheesecake for my son's birthday. I couldn't find chocolate graham cracker crumbs, so I bought 2 (chocolate) crusts. My initial thought was to break them up and reuse them in a springform pan, but then a little light went off!! (Use them this way!) Just one (hopefully helpful) comment on the cracking. If you slightly undercook it and let it cool down for a bit in the oven with the door ajar, that should take care of it. (Cracking is only decorative. It doesn't effect the taste and you can cover it up with toppings.) Great job!

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Hi Maria, yes, that does sound like a great idea. This recipe can easily be customized to your baking needs. And thank you very much for the tip. :)

[@henryzhou9200]

Try water bath when you bake cheesecake next time. It will help preventing the cake from cracking.

[@annsonettewilliams7009]

Whats the water bath cause my pie rack up 😞

[@noname-mu6kn]

@@annsonettewilliams7009 it’s when u surround the pie in hot water

[@toughr1506]

Does it make sense to leave the cheesecake in the oven for some time after baking? Thanks for sharing the recipe btw 🙏

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Hi Katya, thanks for watching. Yes, I do keep the cake inside the oven for about 30 minutes after the cooking time.

[@zyadi5845]

Just cook cheesecake for xmas and it was great!!! Taste is perfect 👌 my family loved it. Thank you for sharing

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Your welcome, Z Yadi! Merry Christmas!

[@JasonSmith-qx3zh]

This looks awesome how did the taste turn out ???? Both topping I seen were outstanding!

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Jason Smith hi Jason, both cheesecakes are delicious!

[@jessieayala2970]

I made your recipe my kids loved it

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Hi Jessie - glad to hear your family enjoyed this recipe!

[@grisochoa4972]

It came out super creamy Thank you !!

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Gris Ochoa you’re welcome! I’m happy to hear that your cheesecake came out well!

[@grisochoa4972]

Just made it again today lol

[@vitsteele-lz2hn]

Love watching you

[@kaceysergeiniese8161]

Hello for the egg is it the yolk only or whole egg?thank you

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Hello -- it's the whole egg.

[@tinacalifano5023]

Thank You For The Video❤️🕊❤️This I how I use to Make mine !I lost the recipe ! Is the Cooking Time The Same for one as it is for two?

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

You’re welcome, Tina! Yes, the cooking time is the same for two cheesecakes! ☺️

[@debbiebrindisi250]

What size pie crusts are they? I noticed they cracked, can u put in a shallow water bath to prevent that from happening.

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Hi Debbie - I do not recall the pie crust stating a size. I bought the Great Value crust from Walmart -- they only have one size. And you are welcome to put the pie om a water bath.

[@deliahernandez9634]

Hi it was helpful but what was the lemon juice exactly for?

[@SamanthaBrown2010]

Hi Delia, I am glad you found this helpful. As we know eggs are raw, by using the lemon juice it cuts away the rawness and decreases the chances of salmonella. Using the lemon juice is optional, but it is something I tend to use when baking with eggs. I hope this helps.

[@deliahernandez9634]

Samantha Brown thanks

[@Kivamusicchannel]

I actually add extra lemon juice and not add vanilla altogether for that slight tart taste. It is amazing! Thank you for the recipe Samantha!