Cheesecake Recipe
Make Cheesecake Recipe in just 2h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Topping (optional)
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Prepare the crust
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar. Pour in the melted butter and mix until well combined.
- 2
Form the crust
Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to create an even layer. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until slightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool.
Filling Preparation
- 3
Mix the filling
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the granulated sugar and continue to beat until fully incorporated.
- 4
Add sour cream and vanilla
Add the sour cream and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture. Beat until smooth.
- 5
Incorporate eggs
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just blended. Do not overmix.
- 6
Pour filling into crust
Pour the cream cheese filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Baking
- 7
Bake the cheesecake
Bake the cheesecake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for another hour.
- 8
Cool and chill
Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool to room temperature. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Topping (optional)
- 9
Prepare topping
If using, slice fresh strawberries and set aside. Drizzle strawberry syrup over the sliced strawberries.
- 10
Serve
When ready to serve, slice the cheesecake and top with the strawberry mixture.