Cheesecake Recipe

Inspired by West Rose

Time2h

Serves12

Classic cheesecake with a graham cracker crust.

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Ingredients

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1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Mix the Crust Ingredients
In a medium mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
3
Form the Crust
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even layer. Use a measuring cup or your fingers to pack it tightly.
4
Bake the Crust
Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.

5
Prepare the Cream Cheese
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
6
Add Sugar and Sour Cream
Gradually add 1 cup of granulated sugar and mix until well combined. Then add the sour cream and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
7
Incorporate Eggs
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition until just combined. Do not overmix.
8
Add Flour
Sprinkle the all-purpose flour into the mixture and gently fold it in until just combined.

9
Pour the Filling
Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan, spreading it evenly.
10
Bake the Cheesecake
Bake the cheesecake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the edges are set, and the center is slightly jiggly.
11
Cool the Cheesecake
Turn off the oven, crack the oven door, and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour to prevent cracking.
12
Chill Before Serving
Remove the cheesecake from the oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, before serving.