Cheesecake Recipe
Classic cheesecake with a graham cracker crust.
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Prepare the crust
Preheat your 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 well coated with the butter.
- 2
Form the crust
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even layer. Bake for 8-10 minutes until set and slightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool.
Filling Preparation
- 3
Combine filling ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the granulated sugar and beat until well combined.
- 4
Add remaining ingredients
Add the sour cream, vanilla extract, and flour to the mixture, mixing until fully incorporated. Lastly, add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- 5
Bake the cheesecake
Pour the filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 55-70 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for an additional hour.
- 6
Cool and chill
Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool at room temperature for about 1 hour. Then cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best flavor.