Who doesn’t love a good cheesecake? And who doesn’t love a fun surprise? Well, this recipe combines both! Introducing the Cheesecake Jack in the Box! This dessert is not only delicious but also a fun way to surprise your guests. Imagine cutting into what looks like a regular cake, and out pops a mini cheesecake! Keep reading for two different recipes on how to make this exciting dessert.
Recipe 1: Classic Cheesecake Jack in the Box
Ingredients:
- 1 box of yellow cake mix
- 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract
- 1 cup of water
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup of sugar
- 4 packages of cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon of lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 4 eggs
- 1/2 cup of sour cream
- 1/3 cup of sugar
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix the cake mix, vanilla extract, water, and eggs in a large bowl until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9-inch cake pan.
- In a separate bowl, mix the cream cheese, lemon juice, vanilla extract, eggs, sour cream, sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture into a greased 8-inch cake pan.
- Place both cake pans in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes or until fully cooked.
- Once the cakes have cooled, remove the center of the yellow cake using a cookie cutter or knife.
- Place the cream cheese cake in the hole of the yellow cake.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutritional Information:
Calories per serving: 470
Fat: 24g
Carbohydrates: 56g
Protein: 8g
Cooking Time:
30-35 minutes
Equipment:
- 9-inch cake pan
- 8-inch cake pan
- Large bowl
- Mixing spoon
- Cooking spray
- Cookie cutter or knife
Serving Suggestions:
Serve with whipped cream and fresh berries.
Variations:
You can use any flavor of cake mix and add different toppings like chocolate chips or nuts.
Substitutions:
You can use low-fat cream cheese and sour cream to make this recipe lighter.
Storage:
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Tips:
Make sure the cream cheese is softened before mixing to avoid lumps.
Notes:
Make sure the cream cheese cake is the same height as the yellow cake to avoid any spillage.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can I use a different flavor of cake mix? Yes, you can use any flavor you like.
Can I make this recipe ahead of time? Yes, you can make it up to 2 days ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator.
Recipe 2: Chocolate Cheesecake Jack in the Box
Ingredients:
- 1 box of chocolate cake mix
- 1 cup of water
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup of vegetable oil
- 1 cup of sugar
- 4 packages of cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 4 eggs
- 1/2 cup of sour cream
- 1/3 cup of sugar
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix the cake mix, water, eggs, and vegetable oil in a large bowl until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9-inch cake pan.
- In a separate bowl, mix the cream cheese, vanilla extract, eggs, sour cream, sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture into a greased 8-inch cake pan.
- Place both cake pans in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes or until fully cooked.
- Once the cakes have cooled, remove the center of the chocolate cake using a cookie cutter or knife.
- Place the cream cheese cake in the hole of the chocolate cake.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutritional Information:
Calories per serving: 490
Fat: 27g
Carbohydrates: 54g
Protein: 9g
Cooking Time:
30-35 minutes
Equipment:
- 9-inch cake pan
- 8-inch cake pan
- Large bowl
- Mixing spoon
- Cooking spray
- Cookie cutter or knife
Serving Suggestions:
Serve with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
Variations:
You can use any flavor of cake mix and add different toppings like caramel or crushed cookies.
Substitutions:
You can use low-fat cream cheese and sour cream to make this recipe lighter.
Storage:
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Tips:
Make sure the cream cheese is softened before mixing to avoid lumps.
Notes:
Make sure the cream cheese cake is the same height as the chocolate cake to avoid any spillage.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can I use a different flavor of cake mix? Yes, you can use any flavor you like.
Can I make this recipe ahead of time? Yes, you can make it up to 2 days ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator.
Personal Thoughts:
The Cheesecake Jack in the Box is not only a delicious dessert, but it’s also a fun way to surprise your guests. Both recipes are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. I love the classic recipe with fresh berries on top, but the chocolate recipe with chocolate shavings is also a winner. Give it a try and let me know what you think!
