Cheesecake Recipe

Time2h

Serves8

Classic cheesecake with a graham cracker crust.

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Ingredients

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1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Prepare the Crust Mixture
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined and the mixture resembles wet sand.
3
Form the Crust
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even layer. Use the back of a measuring cup or your fingers to compact it well.
4
Bake the Crust
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let it cool while you prepare the filling.

5
Mix the Cream Cheese
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
6
Add Sugar and Sour Cream
Gradually add in the granulated sugar and continue mixing until fully incorporated. Then add the sour cream and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
7
Incorporate Eggs
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition just until blended. Avoid overmixing.
8
Add Flour
Sprinkle in the all-purpose flour and mix just until combined. The batter should be smooth and creamy.
9
Pour Filling into Crust
Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan, spreading it evenly.
10
Bake the Cheesecake
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly. The edges should be lightly browned.
11
Cool and Chill
Once baked, turn off the oven, crack the oven door, and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour. After that, refrigerate for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight) before serving.