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Ingredients
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Cheesecake Ingredients
Method
Preparation Directions
- 1
Prepare the Crust
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until well combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form a crust. Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden brown, then remove from the oven and let it cool.
- 2
Make the Filling
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Add the granulated sugar, sour cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing just until incorporated after each addition.
- 3
Bake the Cheesecake
Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust in the springform pan. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggles. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door ajar for about 1 hour.
- 4
Chill and Serve
Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or overnight if possible. Before serving, top with fresh berries. Carefully remove the sides of the springform pan and slice the cheesecake into wedges.
