Cheesecake Recipe

Inspired by Girasole

Time2h

Serves8

Creamy cheesecake on a graham cracker crust topped with fresh berries.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Crust
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar 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.
3
Make the Filling
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the sour cream, sugar, and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing just until blended after each addition.
4
Combine and Pour
Pour the cream cheese filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
5
Bake the Cheesecake
Bake the cheesecake in the oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for 1 hour to cool gradually.
6
Cool and Chill
Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool at room temperature for another hour. Then, refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
7
Serve with Berries
Before serving, top the cheesecake with fresh berries as desired. Slice and enjoy!