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Decadent Almond Amaretto Cheesecake Recipe

Almond Amaretto Style Cheesecake

Sara Coleman
This luxurious, velvety cheesecake captures the essence of Italian amaretto using premium almond extracts and a buttery graham cracker crust. It is a sophisticated, alcohol-free dessert perfect for special occasions and holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 545 kcal

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cup graham cracker crumbs finely crushed
  • 5 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 24 oz cream cheese softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated white sugar
  • 3 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 cup sour cream full fat
  • 1.5 tbsp pure almond extract provides the amaretto flavor profile
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup sliced almonds toasted for garnish

Notes

For best results, use a water bath to ensure a crack-free surface. This cheesecake can be made up to 2 days in advance. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. For a deeper flavor, you can substitute the graham crackers with crushed amaretti cookies.