Specialty Cheese Cake Recipe
Make Specialty Cheese Cake Recipe in just 2h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Topping (optional)
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2
Mix Crust Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- 3
Form the Crust
Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even layer. Use your fingers or the back of a measuring cup for an even surface.
- 4
Bake the Crust
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, until lightly golden. Remove from oven and let cool.
Filling Preparation
- 5
Prepare the Cream Cheese
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until creamy and smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
- 6
Add Sugar and Sour Cream
Gradually add granulated sugar and sour cream to the cream cheese, continuing to beat until well combined.
- 7
Incorporate Vanilla and Eggs
Add vanilla extract and one egg at a time, mixing well after each addition to ensure smoothness.
- 8
Mix in Flour and Lemon Juice
Add flour and lemon juice, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Baking the Cheesecake
- 9
Pour Filling into Crust
Carefully pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust, spreading it evenly.
- 10
Bake the Cheesecake
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
- 11
Cool the Cheesecake
Turn off the oven and crack the door open. Let the cheesecake cool in the oven for about 1 hour, then remove and cool at room temperature.
- 12
Chill in the Refrigerator
Once cooled, cover the cheesecake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
Topping (optional)
- 13
Prepare the Topping
Just before serving, wash and pat dry the fresh berries.
- 14
Dust with Powdered Sugar
In a small bowl, mix fresh berries with powdered sugar, and let sit for about 10 minutes to create a syrup.
- 15
Serve
Slice the chilled cheesecake, and top with the sweetened berries if desired.
