Classic Cheesecake Recipe

Time3h

Serves8

Topped with a layer of raspberry jam & sliced strawberries

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Crust
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Mix well and press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove and let cool.
2
Make the Cheesecake Filling
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add sour cream, eggs, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. Mix until well combined and creamy.
3
Bake the Cheesecake
Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and crack the door open, allowing the cheesecake to cool in the oven for 1 hour.
4
Chill
Remove from the oven and let the cheesecake cool to room temperature. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
5
Serve
Once chilled, top the cheesecake with raspberry jam and sliced strawberries before serving.