Cheesecake Recipe
Classic cheesecake with a graham cracker crust.
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- 2
Mix Crust Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.
- 3
Form the Crust
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even layer. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 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.
- 5
Add Sugar and Sour Cream
Gradually add in the granulated sugar and sour cream, mixing until well incorporated.
- 6
Incorporate Vanilla and Eggs
Add the vanilla extract and mix. Then, add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition until just blended.
- 7
Pour Filling into Crust
Pour the cheesecake filling into the cooled graham cracker crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- 8
Bake the Cheesecake
Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- 9
Cool and Chill
Turn off the oven and crack the door open, allowing the cheesecake to cool in the oven for 1 hour. Remove from the oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.