Cheesecake Recipe
Classic cheesecake with a fruity topping
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Ingredients
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Crust
Cheesecake Filling
Fruity Topping
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2
Combine Crust Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until well combined.
- 3
Press into Pan
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even layer.
- 4
Bake Crust
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then remove and let it cool slightly.
Cheesecake 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 to the cream cheese, mixing until well incorporated.
- 7
Mix in Vanilla and Eggs
Add the vanilla extract and mix in the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until smooth.
- 8
Pour Filling into Crust
Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan.
- 9
Bake Cheesecake
Bake in the oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set and a slight jiggle remains.
- 10
Cool and Refrigerate
Once baked, turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for 1 hour. Allow it to cool completely before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Fruity Topping Preparation
- 11
Prepare Topping
In a small bowl, combine the sliced strawberries and blueberries with granulated sugar and lemon juice. Toss gently to coat the fruit.
- 12
Chill Topping
Allow the fruity topping to sit for about 15-20 minutes to macerate before serving.
Serving
- 13
Slice and Serve
Once the cheesecake is chilled, carefully remove it from the springform pan, slice it, and top each slice with the fruity topping before serving.
