Cheesecake Recipe
Classic cheesecake topped with fresh berries.
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Topping
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- 2
Combine Crust Ingredients
In a medium bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter until well combined.
- 3
Form the Crust
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even crust.
- 4
Bake the Crust
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then remove and set aside to cool.
Filling Preparation
- 5
Beat Cream Cheese
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
- 6
Add Sugar and Sour Cream
Gradually add the granulated sugar and sour cream, mixing until fully combined.
- 7
Incorporate Vanilla and Eggs
Add the vanilla extract and 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 in the springform pan.
- 9
Bake the Cheesecake
Bake in the oven at 325°F (160°C) for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- 10
Cool the Cheesecake
Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for 1 hour to cool gradually. Then remove from the oven and let it cool to room temperature.
- 11
Chill the Cheesecake
Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.