Cheesecake Recipe
Classic cheesecake with a graham cracker crust
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Prepare 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 crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan, ensuring it is evenly distributed and compact. Use the bottom of a measuring cup or your fingers to create an even layer.
- 3
Bake the crust
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for about 8-10 minutes, until it is golden and set. Remove from the oven and let it cool while you prepare 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, about 2-3 minutes.
- 5
Add sugar and sour cream
Gradually add the granulated sugar and continue mixing until well combined. Then, add the sour cream and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- 6
Incorporate eggs and flour
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just combined. Avoid overmixing. Finally, add the all-purpose flour and mix until just incorporated.
- 7
Pour into crust
Pour the cream cheese filling into the cooled graham cracker crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- 8
Bake the cheesecake
Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until the center is set but slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour.
- 9