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Ingredients
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Cheesecake Ingredients
Method
Cheesecake Directions
- 1
Prepare the crust
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, 0.25 cups of granulated sugar, and melted unsalted 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. Make sure to spread it evenly and compactly. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, then remove and let it cool.
- 3
Prepare the filling
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the remaining 0.25 cups of granulated sugar and mix until well combined.
- 4
Combine ingredients
Add in the sour cream, vanilla extract, eggs, all-purpose flour, and lemon juice. Mix on low speed until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- 5
Pour filling
Pour the cheesecake filling into the cooled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- 6
Bake the cheesecake
Bake in the oven at 325°F (160°C) for approximately 60-70 minutes or until the center is set but slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for an additional hour.
- 7
Cool and refrigerate
Remove the cheesecake from the oven and allow it to cool to room temperature. Once cooled, cover it with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
- 8
Serve
Once chilled, carefully remove the sides of the springform pan. Slice the cheesecake and serve as desired, with toppings like fruit or chocolate sauce if preferred.