Cheesecake Recipe
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Topping (optional)
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2
Mix Crust Ingredients
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.
- 3
Form the Crust
Press the crumb mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even layer. Bake in the preheated oven for 8 minutes, then remove and let cool.
Filling Preparation
- 4
Beat 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.
- 5
Add Sugar and Sour Cream
Gradually add the granulated sugar and sour cream, mixing until well incorporated.
- 6
Incorporate Vanilla and Eggs
Add the vanilla extract, then add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just combined after each addition. Do not overmix.
- 7
Add Flour
Gently fold in the all-purpose flour using a spatula until just combined.
- 8
Pour Filling into Crust
Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust, spreading it evenly.
Baking
- 9
Bake the Cheesecake
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
- 10
Cool and Chill
Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake in the oven with the door ajar for 1 hour. Then, remove from the oven and let cool at room temperature for another hour before refrigerating for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Serving
- 11
Prepare Topping (Optional)
If desired, mix fresh berries with powdered sugar in a small bowl and let sit for 10 minutes to release juices.
- 12
Serve
Slice the chilled cheesecake and serve with the berry topping if using.
