Cheesecake Recipe
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Crust
In a medium bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter until combined. The mixture should have a sandy texture.
- 2
Form the Crust
Press the crumb mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Use the back of a measuring cup or your fingers to pack it tightly.
- 3
Pre-bake the Crust
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the crust for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool.
Filling Preparation
- 4
Prepare the Filling
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
- 5
Mix in Sugar and Sour Cream
Gradually add the granulated sugar and sour cream, mixing well until fully incorporated.
- 6
Add Vanilla and Eggs
Add the vanilla extract and eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until each egg is just blended in. Be careful not to overmix.
Baking the Cheesecake
- 7
Combine and Pour
Pour the cream cheese filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- 8
Bake the Cheesecake
Bake in the preheated oven at 325°F (160°C) for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- 9
Cool and Refrigerate
Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for an hour. Then, remove it from the oven, let it cool to room temperature, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.