Cheesecake Recipe
Classic 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 (160°C). In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup of sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust.
- 2
Bake the crust
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove from oven and let it cool while you prepare the filling.
- 3
Make the filling
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the remaining sugar, and mix until fully combined. Add the sour cream, vanilla extract, and flour. Mix until smooth.
- 4
Add the eggs
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just combined after each addition. Do not overmix.
- 5
Pour and bake
Pour the cheesecake filling into the cooled crust. Bake in the oven for 55-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- 6
Cool and chill
Once baked, turn off the oven and crack the door open. Let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour. Then, refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, before serving.