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 graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup of granulated 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 about 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly 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 1/4 cup of granulated sugar and mix until well combined. Add the sour cream and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- 4
Add the eggs
Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just incorporated. Be careful not to overmix.
- 5
Pour the filling
Pour the cream cheese filling over the cooled graham cracker crust in the springform pan.
- 6
Bake the cheesecake
Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until the center is set and only slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for an additional hour.
- 7
Cool and chill
Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool at room temperature. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
