Cheesecake Recipe
Creamy cheesecake with a graham cracker crust.
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Ingredients
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Filling
Method
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Crust
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter until evenly mixed. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- 2
Bake the Crust
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove and let it cool while preparing the filling.
- 3
Make the Filling
In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Gradually add the granulated sugar, then mix in the sour cream and vanilla extract. Beat in the eggs one at a time until just combined.
- 4
Bake the Cheesecake
Pour the filling into the cooled crust. Bake in the oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and crack the door, letting the cheesecake cool in the oven for an hour.
- 5
Chill
After cooling, cover the cheesecake and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.