Mom's Cheesecake Recipe
Make Mom's Cheesecake Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Method
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Crust
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until well combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust.
- 2
Bake the Crust
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool while you prepare the filling.
- 3
Prepare the Filling
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Gradually add in the sugar and continue to beat until well blended. Mix in the sour cream and vanilla extract until combined.
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- 5
Pour Filling
Pour the cheesecake filling into the cooled crust and spread it evenly.
- 6
Bake the Cheesecake
Bake the cheesecake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and crack the door open, letting the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour.
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Chill
Remove the cheesecake from the oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, before serving.