Plain Cheesecake Recipe
Make Plain Cheesecake Recipe in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Prepare the crust
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar. Pour in the melted butter and mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.
- 2
Form the crust
Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch (23 cm) springform pan to create an even layer. Use a measuring cup or your fingers to pack it down tightly.
- 3
Bake the crust
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool while you prepare the filling.
Filling Preparation
- 4
Mix the filling
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
- 5
Add sugar and sour cream
Gradually add the granulated sugar and mix until combined. Then, add the sour cream and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- 6
Incorporate eggs
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.
- 7
Add flour
Finally, sift in the all-purpose flour and mix until just incorporated, ensuring there are no lumps.
- 8
Pour into crust
Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Baking and Cooling
- 9
Bake the cheesecake
Bake the cheesecake in the preheated oven at 325°F (160°C) for about 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- 10
Cool and chill
Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for 1 hour to cool gradually. Then remove it from the oven and let it cool to room temperature before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- 11
Serve
Once chilled, carefully remove the sides of the springform pan. Slice the cheesecake and serve plain, or with your favorite toppings if desired.
