Cheese Cake Recipe
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Topping (Optional)
Method
Crust
- 1
Prepare the crust
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.
- 2
Form the crust
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes until set. Remove from the oven and let cool.
Filling
- 3
Prepare the filling
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Gradually add granulated sugar, sour cream, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- 4
Add eggs
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Be careful not to overmix.
- 5
Incorporate flour
Sift the all-purpose flour over the mixture and fold in gently until just combined.
- 6
Bake the filling
Pour the filling into the cooled crust and smooth the top. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for 1 hour.
Topping
- 7
Prepare the topping (optional)
Once the cheesecake is cooled, top it with fresh berries and a dusting of powdered sugar before serving.