Jul 14 2026

Cheesecake Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves8

Indulge in our velvety smooth cheesecake, crafted with rich cream cheese and a buttery graham cracker crust. Each bite offers a perfect balance of sweetness and tang, topped with a luscious fruit compote that adds a burst of flavor. A heavenly dessert that promises to satisfy your sweet cravings!

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Ingredients

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Cheesecake Ingredients

Method

Cheesecake Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the crust

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and salt until well mixed. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form a crust.

  2. 2

    Bake the crust

    Bake the crust in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let it cool while you prepare the filling.

  3. 3

    Make the filling

    In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add in the granulated sugar and mix until combined. Then, add in the sour cream and vanilla extract, mixing well.

  4. 4

    Add eggs

    Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

  5. 5

    Bake the cheesecake

    Pour the filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan. Bake in the preheated oven for about 50-60 minutes or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.

  6. 6

    Cool and chill

    Turn off the oven and crack the door open, allowing the cheesecake to cool in the oven for about 1 hour. Then, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.

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