Cheesecake Recipe
Creamy cheesecake served with a graham cracker crust.
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Ingredients
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Cheesecake Ingredients
Method
Cheesecake Directions
- 1
Prepare the crust
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, 0.25 cups of sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust.
- 2
Make the filling
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the remaining 0.25 cups of sugar, sour cream, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. Mix until well combined.
- 3
Add eggs
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 4
Bake the cheesecake
Pour the cream cheese filling over the prepared crust in the springform pan. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake in the oven for an additional hour to cool.
- 5
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.
