Cheesecake Recipe
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Topping (optional)
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Make the crust
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- 2
Form the crust
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan, ensuring it is evenly distributed. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from oven and let cool.
Filling Preparation
- 3
Prepare the filling
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
- 4
Add sugar and sour cream
Gradually add granulated sugar and mix until well combined. Then add sour cream and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- 5
Incorporate eggs
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- 6
Add flour
Finally, add the all-purpose flour and mix until just combined.
Baking the Cheesecake
- 7
Combine and bake
Pour the filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
- 8
Cool and refrigerate
Turn off the oven, crack the oven door, and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour. Then, refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Topping Preparation
- 9
Prepare toppings
If desired, top the cheesecake with fresh sliced strawberries, strawberry sauce, and whipped cream just before serving.