*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                           Cinnamon Cheesecake

Recipe By     : Mrs. Karel Nordström
Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Desserts                         Cheesecakes

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
                        Crust:
   1 1/2   c            Graham wafer crumbs
     1/2   c            Butter -- melted
     1/4   c            Sugar (optional)
                        Filling:
   1       lb           Cream cheese -- softened
     1/2   c            Sugar
   3                    Eggs
                        Topping:
   1 1/2   c            Sour cream
   1       c            Sugar
   1       ts           Vanilla extract
     1/2   ts           Cinnamon -- or more
     1/2   c            Flaked almonds -- toasted

  Use unblanched almonds, they are prettier.

  Crust:

  Mix together crust ingredients and press into the bottom of a 9"
  springform pan. Bake at 350°F for 5 minutes.
  
  Filling:

  Beat cheese until fluffy. Add sugar, then beat in eggs until very
  smooth. Bake at 350°F for about 20 minutes, or until firm in the
  centre. May take 30 minutes.
  
  Topping:

  Mix sour cream, sugar, and vanilla. Spoon onto cake. Sprinkle with
  cinnamon, and distribute nuts over the top. Bake at 350°F for
  10 minutes. Cool and refrigerate.
  
  This cake is better made at least 1 day ahead.


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