Cheese Cake Recipe
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Topping
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Make the Crust
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- 2
Form the Crust
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even layer. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until set and lightly golden. Remove from oven and let cool.
Filling Preparation
- 3
Prepare the Filling
In a large mixing bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Gradually add in the granulated sugar, and mix until well combined.
- 4
Add Remaining Ingredients
Add in the sour cream, vanilla extract, and mix until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Finally, add in the flour and mix until just combined.
- 5
Pour the Filling
Pour the cream cheese filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan, smoothing out the top with a spatula.
Baking
- 6
Bake the Cheesecake
Bake in the oven at 325°F (160°C) for 50-60 minutes. The edges should be set, but the center will still be slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and crack the door, allowing the cheesecake to cool in the oven for 1 hour.
- 7
Cool and Refrigerate
Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool to room temperature. Then, refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Topping Preparation
- 8
Prepare the Strawberries
In a small bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Gently toss to coat the strawberries and let sit for about 15 minutes to release their juices.
Serving
- 9
Serve the Cheesecake
Once the cheesecake is chilled, carefully remove it from the springform pan. Top with the prepared strawberries before serving.