Cheesecake Recipe
Classic cheesecake topped with fresh berries.
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Topping
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Prepare the crust
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated with butter.
- 2
Form the crust
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to create an even layer. Bake in the preheated oven for about 8-10 minutes until set. 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. Gradually add the granulated sugar and continue to mix until well combined.
- 4
Add sour cream and vanilla
Add the sour cream and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture. Beat until smooth.
- 5
Incorporate eggs
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition just until incorporated. Avoid overmixing.
- 6
Pour into crust
Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan. Smooth the top with a spatula.
- 7
Bake the cheesecake
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set and only slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door slightly ajar for 1 hour to cool gradually.
- 8
Chill
Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool to room temperature. Then, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Topping Preparation
- 9
Prepare the topping
Before serving, wash the fresh mixed berries and pat them dry. In a small bowl, sprinkle the berries with powdered sugar and toss gently to coat.
- 10
Serve
Slice the chilled cheesecake and top each slice with the sweetened berries. Enjoy!
