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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Topping (optional)
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, melted butter, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- 3
Form Crust
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even layer. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes until lightly golden. Remove from oven and let it cool.
Filling Preparation
- 4
Beat Cream Cheese
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
- 5
Add Sugar and Sour Cream
Gradually add granulated sugar and continue to beat until well combined. Then add sour cream and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- 6
Incorporate Eggs
Add the eggs one at a time, beating just until combined after each addition. Be careful not to overmix.
- 7
Mix in Flour
Finally, add the all-purpose flour and mix just until combined.
- 8
Pour into Crust
Pour the filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Baking
- 9
Bake Cheesecake
Bake the cheesecake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- 10
Cool and Chill
Turn off the oven and crack the door, allowing the cheesecake to cool in the oven for 1 hour. Then remove from oven and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.