Cheesecake Recipe
Classic cheesecake with a graham cracker crust
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- 2
Mix Crust Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined.
- 3
Form the Crust
Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan evenly to form the crust.
- 4
Bake the Crust
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, then remove and let it cool while you prepare the filling.
Filling Preparation
- 5
Prepare the Filling
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
- 6
Add Sugar
Gradually add the granulated sugar and continue to beat until well combined.
- 7
Incorporate Sour Cream and Vanilla
Add the sour cream and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
- 8
Add Eggs
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 9
Pour Filling into Crust
Pour the cheesecake filling into the cooled graham cracker crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
- 10
Bake the Cheesecake
Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- 11
Cool the Cheesecake
Turn off the oven and crack the oven door open. Let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour.
- 12
Chill
Remove the cheesecake from the oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, before serving.