Classic Cheesecake Recipe
Indulge in the rich and creamy texture of this classic cheesecake, baked to perfection. Follow this recipe for a delightful dessert experience.
Equipment
- 1 Springform pan 9-inch preferred
- 1 Mixer Stand or hand mixer for blending
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups Graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup Unsalted butter Melted
- 1/4 cup Sugar
- 4 x 8-ounce Cream cheese Room temperature
- 1 1/4 cups Sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 4 Eggs Room temperature
- 1 cup Sour cream Room temperature
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar together, then press the mixture into the bottom of the springform pan.
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove from oven and let it cool.
- Increase oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, blend the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Mix in vanilla extract, then add eggs one at a time, fully incorporating each before adding the next.
- Gently fold in the sour cream.
- Pour the filling over the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake for 50 minutes, or until the center is just set.
- Turn off the oven and leave the door closed; let the cheesecake sit in the oven for an hour.
- Remove from oven, cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Notes
For best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting. The cheesecake can be topped with fruit, whipped cream, or served plain.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 560kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 8gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 23gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 390mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 32gVitamin A: 67500IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 1200mgIron: 0.2mg
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