Step 1: Preheat the Oven. Begin by preheating your oven to 325°F (165°C).
Step 2: Prepare the Springform Pan. Lightly grease the bottom and sides of your 9-inch springform pan with cooking spray.
Step 3: Blend the Cream Cheese. In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened cream cheese until it’s smooth and creamy.
Step 4: Add Sweetener and Lemon Juice. Gradually add the Monkfruit Sweetener and fresh-squeezed lemon juice to the cream cheese.
Step 5: Incorporate the Eggs. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition until just blended.
Step 6: Fold in the Sour Cream. Gently fold in the sour cream with a spatula, ensuring everything is well combined.
Step 7: Bake the Cheesecake. Pour the cheesecake batter into the prepared springform pan and bake for 50-60 minutes.
Step 8: Cool and Chill. Once baked, let the cheesecake cool in the oven for about 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
Step 9: Add the Cherry Topping. Before serving, top the chilled cheesecake with the cherry pie filling or fresh berries.
