Cheesecake Recipe
Classic cheesecake with a graham cracker crust
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Ingredients
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Cheesecake Ingredients
Method
Cheesecake Directions
- 1
Prepare the crust
Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup of granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from oven and let cool.
- 2
Make the filling
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the remaining 1/4 cup of granulated sugar until smooth and creamy. Add the sour cream, eggs, vanilla extract, and lemon juice, mixing until well combined and smooth.
- 3
Bake the cheesecake
Pour the cream cheese filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes or until the center is set but slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door ajar for 1 hour.
- 4
Chill and serve
Remove the cheesecake from the oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Before serving, optionally top with fresh fruit, whipped cream, or chocolate sauce.