----CRUST----
1 1/2 cup graham wafer crumbs
1/2 cup melted butter
1/4 cup sugar; optional
----FILLING----
1 lb cream cheese; softened
1/2 cup sugar
3 eggs
----TOPPING----
1 1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; or more
1/2 cup flaked and toasted almonds
1 use unblanched ones,they are
1 prettier
Crust: Mix together crust ingredients and press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake at 350F for 5 minutes.
Filling: Beat cheese until fluffy. Add sugar, then beat in eggs until very smooth. Bake at 350F for about 20 minutes, oruntil 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 350F for 10 minutes. Cool and refrigerate.
**This cake is better made at least 1 day ahead** From the kitchen of Mrs. Karel Nordstr”m
