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Ingredients
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Cheesecake Ingredients
Method
Cheesecake Directions
- 1
Prepare the Crust
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, 0.25 cup sugar, and melted unsalted butter. Mix until well combined.
- 2
Press the Crust
Press the crumb mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from oven and set aside to cool.
- 3
Make the Filling
In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add 1 cup sugar and continue to beat until creamy. Add sour cream and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- 4
Add the Eggs
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 5
Bake the Cheesecake
Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust. Bake for 60-70 minutes or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door ajar for about 1 hour.
- 6
Chill the Cheesecake
Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
- 7
Make Strawberry Sauce (optional)
In a saucepan, combine 2 cups of fresh strawberries, 0.5 cup of sugar, and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Cook over medium heat until the strawberries break down and the sauce thickens. Let cool.
- 8
Serve
Slice the cheesecake and serve with whipped cream and strawberry sauce on top.
