Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Step 2

Cream cheese needs to be room temp or place the cream cheese in a bowl in the microwave. Microwave it on the defrost setting for a couple of minutes to slightly soften the cream cheese

Step 3

Add sugar to cream cheese and beat it with an electric mixer until smooth.

Step 4

Add eggs and vanilla and blend until smooth.

Step 5

Pour into ready made crust.

Step 6

Bake at 350 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes.

Step 7

Note: The cheesecake is done when the sides are puffed- The center will not be as puffed- It will be possible to jiggle the center slightly but it will not be runny.Let cool.

Step 8

Top with cherry pie filling or real cherries and chill.