Cheesecake Recipe
Classic cheesecake with a graham cracker crust.
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Prepare the crust
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined.
- 2
Form the crust
Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even layer. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool.
Filling Preparation
- 3
Mix the filling
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the granulated sugar and beat until well combined.
- 4
Add remaining ingredients
Add the sour cream and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture and blend until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just incorporated. Be careful not to overmix.
- 5
Pour into crust
Pour the cream cheese filling into the cooled graham cracker crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Baking
- 6
Bake the cheesecake
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door cracked open for about 1 hour.
- 7
Chill the cheesecake
Remove the cheesecake from the oven and allow it to cool to room temperature. Then, refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, before serving.
