Cheesecake Recipe
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Topping (optional)
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°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 evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust.
- 4
Bake the Crust
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool.
Filling Preparation
- 5
Beat Cream Cheese
In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
- 6
Add Sugar
Gradually add the granulated sugar and continue to beat until fully incorporated.
- 7
Mix in Sour Cream and Vanilla
Add the sour cream and vanilla extract, and mix until smooth.
- 8
Incorporate Eggs
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition until just combined.
- 9
Add Flour
Finally, add the all-purpose flour and mix until just incorporated. Be careful not to overmix.
- 10
Pour Filling into Crust
Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan.
Baking and Cooling
- 11
Bake the Cheesecake
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set and only slightly jiggly.
- 12
Cool the Cheesecake
Turn off the oven and crack the oven door open, allowing the cheesecake to cool in the oven for 1 hour.
- 13
Chill the Cheesecake
Remove the cheesecake from the oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Serving Suggestions
- 14
Prepare Topping (optional)
Before serving, top with fresh strawberries and drizzle with strawberry sauce if desired.
- 15
Slice and Serve
Carefully remove the sides of the springform pan, slice the cheesecake, and serve cold.