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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 the crust ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.
- 3
Press the crust into the pan
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan, ensuring it is evenly spread.
- 4
Bake the crust
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove and let it cool while preparing the filling.
Filling Preparation
- 5
Beat the cream cheese
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
- 6
Add sugar and other ingredients
Gradually add granulated sugar, sour cream, vanilla extract, and flour, beating until well combined.
- 7
Incorporate the eggs
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 8
Pour filling into crust
Pour the cream cheese filling over the cooled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Baking
- 9
Bake the cheesecake
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly. The edges should be firm.
- 10
Cool and refrigerate
Turn off the oven, crack the door open, and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for about 1 hour. Then, refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.