Cheesecake Recipe
Classic cheesecake with a graham cracker crust.
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- 2
Mix Crust Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined and crumbly.
- 3
Form the Crust
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even layer. Use the bottom of a measuring cup or your fingers to press it down.
- 4
Bake the Crust
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then remove and let cool while you prepare the filling.
Filling Preparation
- 5
Prepare Cream Cheese
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
- 6
Add Sugar and Sour Cream
Gradually add granulated sugar and sour cream, continuing to mix until fully incorporated.
- 7
Mix in Vanilla and Eggs
Add in vanilla extract and mix until combined. Then, add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed just until blended after each addition.
- 8
Incorporate Flour
Finally, add the all-purpose flour and mix until just combined. Be careful not to over-mix.
- 9
Pour into Crust
Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan, spreading it evenly.
- 10
Bake the Cheesecake
Bake in the oven for 60-70 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door slightly ajar for 1 hour.
- 11
Cool and Chill
Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool to room temperature. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.