Cheesecake Recipe
Creamy cheesecake with a graham cracker crust.
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- 2
Combine Crust Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined and crumbly.
- 3
Form the Crust
Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan evenly to form the crust.
- 4
Bake the Crust
Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, then remove and let cool while preparing the filling.
Filling Preparation
- 5
Beat Cream Cheese
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer 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 eggs, one at a time, mixing on low speed until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- 8
Pour into Crust
Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan.
- 9
Bake the Cheesecake
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes or until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
- 10
Cool and Chill
Turn off the oven and crack the door open, allowing the cheesecake to cool in the oven for 1 hour. Then, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
