Cheesecake Recipe
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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, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined.
- 2
Form the crust
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Use a flat-bottomed cup or your fingers to ensure an even layer.
- 3
Bake the crust
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then remove and let it cool while preparing the filling.
Filling Preparation
- 4
Prepare the filling
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
- 5
Add ingredients
Gradually add the granulated sugar, sour cream, and vanilla extract, mixing well after each addition.
- 6
Incorporate eggs
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- 7
Add flour
Sift in the all-purpose flour and gently fold it into the mixture until just incorporated.
- 8
Pour into crust
Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- 9
Bake the cheesecake
Bake in the oven at 325°F (160°C) for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- 10
Cool the cheesecake
Turn off the oven, crack the oven door, and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour. Then, remove it and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Topping (Optional)
- 11
Prepare the topping
If desired, top the chilled cheesecake with fresh berries and whipped cream just before serving.