Cheesecake Recipe

Cheesecake Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the crust

   Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and salt. Mix until well combined and press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust.

2. 2

   Make the filling

   In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Gradually add the granulated sugar and beat until creamy. Add sour cream and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined. Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low until just blended.

3. 3

   Bake the cheesecake

   Pour the cream cheese filling over the crust in the springform pan. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door ajar for about 1 hour.

4. 4

   Chill the cheesecake

   Remove the cheesecake from the oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to firm up.

5. 5

   Prepare the fruit compote

   While the cheesecake is chilling, prepare the fruit compote by simmering your choice of fresh or frozen berries with a bit of sugar and lemon juice until thickened. Let it cool.

6. 6

   Serve

   Once the cheesecake is fully chilled, remove it from the springform pan. Top with the fruit compote and serve.