Cheesecake Recipe
Make Cheesecake Recipe in just 1h 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
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2
Mix Crust Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined.
- 3
Press Crust Mixture
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch (23 cm) springform pan to form an even layer.
- 4
Bake Crust
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until set. Remove from the oven and let it cool.
Filling Preparation
- 5
Beat Cream Cheese
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
- 6
Add Sugar and Sour Cream
Gradually add the granulated sugar and sour cream to the cream cheese, beating until well combined.
- 7
Incorporate Vanilla
Mix in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- 8
Add Eggs
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Baking the Cheesecake
- 9
Pour Filling into Crust
Pour the filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- 10
Bake Cheesecake
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set and only slightly jiggly.
- 11
Cool and Chill
Turn off the oven and crack the oven door, allowing the cheesecake to cool gradually for about 1 hour. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Serving the Cheesecake
- 12
Remove from Pan
Carefully remove the cheesecake from the springform pan and transfer it to a serving plate.
- 13
Add Toppings
Top with fresh fruit and whipped cream as desired.
- 14
Slice and Serve
Slice the cheesecake into wedges and serve chilled.
