Cheesecake Recipe
Creamy cheesecake with a graham cracker crust.
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Combine Ingredients
In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter until well combined.
- 2
Press Into Pan
Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan evenly to form the crust. Make sure to compact it well.
- 3
Bake Crust
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes or until slightly golden. Remove and let cool.
Filling Preparation
- 4
Mix Cream Cheese
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy using an electric mixer on medium speed.
- 5
Add Sugar and Sour Cream
Gradually add the granulated sugar to the cream cheese, mixing until fully combined. Add the sour cream and vanilla extract, and mix until smooth.
- 6
Incorporate Eggs
Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing on low speed just until each egg is incorporated. Be careful not to overmix.
- 7
Pour Filling
Pour the filling mixture over the cooled crust in the springform pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Baking
- 8
Bake Cheesecake
Lower the oven temperature to 325°F (160°C) and bake the cheesecake for about 50-60 minutes or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
- 9
Cool and Chill
Turn off the oven, crack the oven door, and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour. Then, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
