Cheesecake Recipe
Make Cheesecake Recipe in just 2h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Topping (optional)
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Preheat the oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2
Mix crust ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.
- 3
Form the crust
Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to create an even layer. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until set and lightly golden.
- 4
Cool the crust
Remove from the oven and allow the crust to cool while you prepare the filling.
Filling Preparation
- 5
Beat 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 in the granulated sugar and sour cream, mixing until well combined.
- 7
Incorporate vanilla
Mix in the vanilla extract until evenly distributed.
- 8
Add eggs
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- 9
Pour filling into crust
Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- 10
Bake the cheesecake
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- 11
Cool the cheesecake
Turn off the oven and crack the door open, allowing the cheesecake to cool in the oven for about 1 hour. Then, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.