Cheesecake Recipe
Creamy cheesecake with a graham cracker crust.
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Ingredients
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Cheesecake Ingredients
Method
Cheesecake Directions
- 1
Prepare the crust
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 1/4 cup of sugar. Mix until well blended and press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- 2
Bake the crust
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, then remove and let it cool while preparing the filling.
- 3
Make the filling
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and remaining sugar until smooth. Add the sour cream and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed just until incorporated. Do not overmix.
- 4
Combine and pour
Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust, spreading it evenly.
- 5
Bake the cheesecake
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set and only slightly wobbly. Turn off the oven and crack the door open, letting the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour.
- 6
Chill and serve
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.
