Cheesecake Recipe
Rich and creamy cheesecake with a graham cracker crust.
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2
Mix Crust Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted unsalted butter. Mix until the crumbs are moistened.
- 3
Form the Crust
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Ensure it's packed tightly and evenly.
- 4
Bake the Crust
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden. Remove and let cool.
Filling Preparation
- 5
Beat Cream Cheese
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the cream cheese on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
- 6
Add Sugar and Sour Cream
Gradually add the granulated sugar and sour cream, mixing until combined and smooth.
- 7
- 8
Add Flour
Sift in the all-purpose flour and mix just until combined.
- 9
Pour into Crust
Carefully pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan.
- 10
Bake the Cheesecake
Bake the cheesecake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
- 11
Cool the Cheesecake
Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door slightly ajar for 1 hour to cool gradually.
- 12
Chill
Remove from the oven, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, before serving.
