Cheesecake Recipe

Cheesecake Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the crust

   Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and salt until well combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even layer. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let it cool.

2. 2

   Make the filling

   In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar together until smooth and creamy. Add in the sour cream and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined. Finally, add the eggs one at a time, mixing just until incorporated after each addition.

3. 3

   Combine and bake

   Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan. Smooth the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set and only slightly jiggly.

4. 4

   Cool and chill

   Turn off the oven and crack the door open, allowing the cheesecake to cool in the oven for about an hour. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.