This recipe was adapted from one by executive chef Diego Rodriguez, who serves this ever-popular cheesecake at his restaurant Proof in Des Moines, Iowa. “Light and creamy, the orange zest balances the ...

There’s a whole world of possibility in a box of Nilla Wafers. These small, crispy vanilla-flavored cookies are delicious ...

1. Preheat oven to 325°F. Line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper. 2. Make the Crust: In a medium bowl, stir together the Nilla wafers, sugar, salt and butter until the mixture resembles wet ...

This vanilla wafer crust is easy to make, holds its shape, and works with a wide range of creamy fillings. If you’re looking for a dependable base, it’s a great fit for everything from chilled pies to ...

Prepare crust: Preheat oven to 350ºF. In food processor with knife blade attached, add cookies and process until crumbs form. You want 1¼ cups crumbs. In microwave-safe bowl, add butter; heat on high ...

This recipe was adapted from one by executive chef Diego Rodriguez, who serves this ever-popular cheesecake at his restaurant Proof in Des Moines, Iowa.