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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- 2
Combine Crust Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine 1.5 cups of graham cracker crumbs, 0.5 cups of granulated sugar, and 0.5 cups of melted unsalted butter.
- 3
Press into Pan
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even layer.
- 4
Bake Crust
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove and set aside to cool slightly.
Filling Preparation
- 5
Beat Cream Cheese
In a large mixing bowl, beat 24 oz of softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
- 6
Add Sugar and Sour Cream
Gradually add 1 cup of granulated sugar and continue mixing until well combined. Then add 0.5 cups of sour cream and 1 tsp of vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- 7
Incorporate Eggs
Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- 8
Pour Filling into Crust
Pour the cream cheese filling over the baked graham cracker crust in the springform pan.
- 9
Bake Cheesecake
Bake the cheesecake in the oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- 10
Cool the Cheesecake
Turn off the oven and crack the door open. Let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.