Cheesecake Recipe
Classic New York style 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 350°F (175°C).
- 2
Mix the Crust Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.
- 3
Press the Crust into the Pan
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even layer.
- 4
Bake the Crust
Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and allow to cool while preparing the filling.
Filling Preparation
- 5
Beat the 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 the granulated sugar and sour cream, mixing until well combined.
- 7
Incorporate Vanilla and Eggs
Add the vanilla extract and then beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next.
- 8
Add Flour
Finally, add the flour and mix just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
- 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 oven for 50 to 60 minutes, until the edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle.
- 11
Cool and Chill
Turn off the oven and crack the door open. Let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour. Then, refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight before serving.